Spirit Gym with Paul Chek
Religion & Spirituality
About
Get ready for a no-holds-barred exploration of life and why we’re all here. Each week, world-renowned Holistic Health Practitioner Paul Chek and his guests will tackle topics like spirituality and metaphysics, human performance, diet, science, plant medicine, relationships, sexuality, lifestyle, and personal development with a depth and honesty that you won’t find anywhere else. Previously called Living 4D with Paul Chek, the podcast changed name to Spirit Gym with Paul Chek on Episode 300.
Episodes
- 396 — Does Your Personal Cosmology Need Improvement Before a Plant Medicine Ceremony With Mark Gober
Mark Gober and Paul Chek explore the concept of personal cosmology and its significance before engaging in plant medicine ceremonies. They discuss overcoming nihilism and embracing an intentional cosmology to achieve positive and insightfu…
- 395 — The Family Who Ditched The Rat Race and Never Looked Back With Robyn and Victor Robledo
Robyn and Victor Robledo, known as "Nomads With a Purpose," describe their journey of raising five children while living nomadically. They share their approach to unschooling and how they built a family business on the road, offering advic…
- 394 — Every Parable Has 3 Levels of Understanding and Most People Are Stuck on Level One With Sean O’Laoire
This episode of Spirit Gym features Sean O’Laoire discussing the multi-level understanding of parables. It covers topics such as the distinction between knowledge and wisdom, the true meaning of the Prodigal Son parable, and the role of re…
- 393 — Your Kid’s Dropping IQ Is Not An Accident — Here’s the Proof With Dr. Jared Horvath
In this episode of Spirit Gym, Dr. Jared Horvath explains the cognitive decline in children and critically examines modern education, including the role of AI. He suggests ways to reverse this trend and foster genuine learning and creativi…
- 392 — What Writing Spider-Man Taught Me About the Fool’s Journey With B. Earl
B. Earl, filmmaker and comic book writer, joins Spirit Gym to discuss how mythology, the Tarot, and his work on Spider-Man comics relate to the Fool's Journey. He shares insights from his unconventional career path.
- 391 — Myth, Soul and the Machine: How Ancient Wisdom Can Ground You in a World Gone Digital with Jason Batt
This episode of Spirit Gym with Paul Chek features Jason Batt. They discuss the intersection of myth, soul, and artificial intelligence, exploring how ancient wisdom can provide grounding in a world increasingly dominated by technology.
- 390 — You Can't Fire a Cannon From a Canoe: The Core Truth Elite Athletes Learn Too Late With Paul Chek
In this solocast, Paul Chek shares insights on core health and how it relates to back pain and various injuries. He explains why core dysfunctions are often misdiagnosed and introduces concepts like the CHEK Totem Pole and functional exerc…
- 389 — The Deeper Your Questions Get, the Bigger Your Life Becomes With Fred Provenza
Paul Chek and Fred Provenza explore the concept of cosmic dreaming and the importance of deep questioning to enhance one's life. They discuss navigating daily life and reconnecting with a sense of wonder, touching on themes of consciousnes…
- 388 — The Return of the Divine Feminine Isn't Optional Anymore With Dr. Joanna Kujawa
Dr. Joanna Kujawa joins Paul Chek on Spirit Gym to discuss her work exploring the Divine Feminine, Goddesses, and the gospel of Mary Magdalene. She shares insights from her research and books on these topics.
- 387 — What Makes Cannabis Medicine Versus Just Getting High With Ryan Sprague
In this episode of Spirit Gym, Ryan Sprague explores cannabis as a plant medicine, delving into its chemistry and arguing against judging its quality based solely on THC content. He discusses the wise use of cannabis, its potential to addr…
- 386 — The Ancient Template That's Been Guiding Your Life All Along With Chip Richards
On Spirit Gym, Paul Chek and Chip Richards discuss the Hero's Journey and its application to personal growth and self-discovery. They explore how this ancient template can guide individuals through life's challenges and help them realize t…
- 385 — Are Your Dreams Trying to Tell You Something You're Missing With Sarah Janes
Author and researcher Sarah Janes discusses the significance of dreams and their role in self-discovery and understanding. She explores how dreams can influence daily life and their potential connection to the afterlife, drawing on her res…
- 384 — Being "Enlightened" Doesn't Matter If You're Still an Asshole With Dr. Nick Dawe, Nathan Siles and Ryan Barraclough
Paul Chek, Dr. Nick Dawe, Nathan Siles, and Ryan Barraclough discuss the importance of looking inward for true health, emphasizing that physical health is connected to one's inner spiritual and emotional state. They explore concepts from t…
- 383 — The Missing Link in Modern Medicine: A Quantum Approach With Dr. Catherine Clinton
Dr. Catherine Clinton explores quantum biology, explaining how light, water, sound, and human energy influence the human body at a cellular level. She discusses her book, "Optimize," which delves into these concepts.
- 382 — Metamorphosis: Supplements, Spirituality and Peak Performance With Wade Lightheart and Matt Gallant
Wade Lightheart and Matt Gallant of BiOptimizers join Paul Chek on Spirit Gym to discuss their Metamorphosis program. They explore how their approach integrates supplements, spirituality, biology, and neurofeedback for human transformation.
- 381 — Where Ancient Medicine Meets Modern Mental Health With Maestro Hamilton
Maestro Hamilton Souther discusses spiritual development and plant medicine. He explores the relationship between humans and the universe and the concept of inner discovery.
- 380 — The Spiritual Practice Behind the Cleanest Meat You'll Ever Eat With Mansal Denton
In this episode of Spirit Gym, Paul Chek and Mansal Denton discuss the spiritual act of eating and the importance of food sources. Denton shares his approach to wild, animal-based food production through Real Provisions and Sacred Hunting.
- 379 — Parasites, Nutrition and Conscious Living With Drew Canole
This episode of Spirit Gym with Paul Chek features Drew Canole discussing a variety of topics including parasite infections, nutrition, conscious living, and lifestyle changes. They cover subjects ranging from digestive health and parasite…
- 378 — The Number 10: Why 2026 Will Force You to Face the Mirror With Paul Chek
Paul Chek explores the significance of the year 2026, linking it to the Wheel of Fortune Tarot card and self-reflection. He provides a forecast for spiritual survival, discussing archetypes, the objective psyche, and the numerology of 2026.
- 377 — Outrageously Loving Your Way Through the Meta-Crisis With Dr. Marc Gafni
Dr. Marc Gafni explores the meaning of love in postmodern times, how quarks and love co-exist, and the importance of writing a sacred autobiography. He also delves into topics like social media's impact, the need for a new world religion,…
- 376 — Everything You Know About Holidays is a Manufactured Lie With Lara Day
Lara Day joins Paul Chek on Spirit Gym to discuss the origins of popular holidays, arguing that many are manufactured lies. She explores the evolution of these traditions and suggests ways to reclaim their sacred meanings.
- 375— The Social Contract You Never Signed Is Destroying Your Freedom With Mark Gober
On this episode of Spirit Gym, Mark Gober explores issues with abstract social contracts and their impact on freedom. He discusses themes of liberty, authority, and the role of compassion and discernment in decision-making.
- 374 — From Parking Lot Test Failures to Neurological Integration: A New Approach With Daniel Vladeta and Dr. Nick Dawe
Daniel Vladeta and Dr. Nick Dawe join Paul Chek on Spirit Gym to introduce the Oov, a device designed for enhanced body awareness and neurological integration. They discuss its development, versatile applications, and impact on understandi…
- 373 — From Dust to Divinity: Rediscovering the Spirit in Matter With Sean O’Laoire
In this episode of Spirit Gym, Sean O’Laoire and Paul Chek explore rediscovering the spirit in matter and the role of lightworkers. They delve into concepts of spirituality, problem-solving, and compassion, among other related topics.
- 372 — CHEK Life Process Alchemy: Ancient Wisdom Meets Modern Science With Paul Chek
In this episode of Spirit Gym, Paul Chek explores the CHEK Life Process Alchemy, an integrated approach to health that merges ancient wisdom with modern science. He details how this system can help individuals understand and address the ro…
- 371 — From Pharma Insider to Microbiome Revolutionary With Alex Martinez
In this episode of Spirit Gym, Alex Martinez, CEO and co-founder of Intrinsic Medicine, shares his transition from a healthcare attorney observing the pharmaceutical industry to a pioneer in microbiome health. He discusses his company's mi…
- 370 — How to Stay Human When Machines Get Smarter With Jeff Burningham
Jeff Burningham, author of "The Last Book Written by a Human," joins Spirit Gym to discuss how to stay human as AI technology advances. He explores embracing humanity and the beauty of life's imperfections in the age of AI.
- 369— 5-7-5: The Simple Poetry Formula That Heals With Anne Helfer
Anne Helfer joins Spirit Gym with Paul Chek to discuss how the 5-7-5 haiku formula can be a healing exercise in mindfulness. She explains how writing simple, condensed haiku can help externalize truths and shares her "Silver Rule." Helfer…
- 368 — Organs, Emotions and Pain: The Hidden Connection Doctors Ignore With Matt Sorensen
On Spirit Gym, Matt Sorensen explains how many health problems originate from dysfunctions of the glands and organs. He discusses how practitioners should look for complications from the inside, rather than the outside, and the role of vis…
- 367 — From Oprah to Outlawed and Refusing to Be Silenced With Dr. Christiane Northrup
Dr. Christiane Northrup joins Spirit Gym to discuss her journey in holistic health, including her best-selling author status and later censorship during COVID. She talks about women’s health issues, synthetic hormones, and her perspective…
- 366 — The Dreamlike Nature of Reality: Not Just a Metaphor With Paul Levy
Paul Levy explores the dreamlike nature of reality and the implications of quantum physics for consciousness on Spirit Gym with Paul Chek. He discusses how understanding quantum physics can help dissolve structures preventing personal goal…
- 365 — Is AI the Great Equalizer or the Great Deceiver With Rachel Miles
Rachel Miles discusses artificial intelligence (AI) with Paul Chek. She explores whether AI is a great equalizer or a great deceiver, examining its potential benefits and risks. The conversation covers how to use AI properly and the import…
- 364 — Decode Your Dreams: A Live Step-by-Step Dream Analysis Session With Paul Chek
Paul Chek hosts a live dream analysis session with Pablo Echeverria, Nicki Wolfe, and Asa Tolan-Powell on Spirit Gym. They discuss different kinds of dreams, Jungian psychology concepts like Anima and Animus, and personal dream experiences…
- 363 — COVID Vaccines: A Spiritual Perspective You Haven’t Heard About With Thomas Mayer
Paul Chek and Thomas Mayer discuss COVID-19 and vaccines through a spiritual lens. They explore topics such as spiritual attacks, the impact of COVID and vaccines on the spiritual body, and the philosophical implications of materialism. Pa…
- 362 — What 100 Chickens Taught Me About Healing With Daniel Firth Griffith
In this episode, Daniel Firth Griffith shares his journey of holistic healing, inspired by farming and storytelling. He discusses how active, holistic approaches transformed his health and explores the concept of myth. Griffith also touche…
- 361 — Why Cannabis Is a Psychedelic With Ryan Sprague
On Spirit Gym, Ryan Sprague explains how cannabis can be used as a psychedelic. He discusses its benefits as a tool for personal growth, emphasizing proper understanding and usage.
- 360 — The Shocking Truth About Nutrient Loss in Food With Dr. Autumn Smith
In this episode of Spirit Gym, Dr. Autumn Smith discusses the shocking truth about nutrient loss in food and the importance of nutrient-dense eating. She shares her insights on the food industry's prioritization of efficiency over ecology…
- 359 — Why Your Heart — Not Your Brain — is the Real Master With Rollin McCraty
In this episode of Spirit Gym, Rollin McCraty of the HeartMath Institute discusses the heart's role in human consciousness and emotions. He explores how the energetic heart connects individuals to their deeper selves and the world, contras…
- 358 — Channeling is a Skill Anyone Can Learn With Cynthia Rivard
Cynthia Rivard joins Spirit Gym with Paul Chek to discuss how channeling is a skill accessible to all. She shares her personal journey and insights on overcoming obstacles to spiritual connection.
- 357 — Uncomfortable Truths No One Tells You About Meditation With Michael Holt
On Spirit Gym, Michael Holt joins Paul Chek to discuss the uncomfortable truths about meditation. He explores topics such as confronting repressed emotional residues, inverted hallucinations, and cultivating attention skills through medita…
- 356 — Geoengineering Isn’t a Conspiracy: It’s Already Here With Matt Landman
On Spirit Gym, Matt Landman discusses geoengineering, chemtrails, 5G, and electromagnetic field (EMF) radiation. He shares his insights on these topics and their potential impact.
- 355 — A Rattlesnake Bite or the UFC: Which One is More Deadly With Kyle Kingsbury
In this episode of Spirit Gym, Kyle Kingsbury and Paul Chek compare the dangers of a rattlesnake bite to competing in the UFC. They discuss survival tactics, lessons from a UFC lawsuit and the Fit For Service program, and share practices f…
- 354 — Plant Medicines: Magic or Doors to Healing With Payam
Payam joins Paul Chek on Spirit Gym to discuss plant medicines. They explore the use of these medicines for healing and personal growth, contrasting their potential benefits with possible pitfalls.
- 353 — Why Caffeine Before Meditation Might Be the Secret to Clarity With Simon Cheng
In this episode of Spirit Gym, Paul Chek and Simon Cheng discuss how using black teas can support a meditation practice. They also explore the impact of a daily practice on fear versus peace of mind and the concept of spiritual healing.
- 352 — Storytelling: The Most Dangerous Weapon on Earth With Ben Stewart
Filmmaker Ben Stewart joins Paul Chek on Spirit Gym to discuss mass media tactics and the power of storytelling. He covers topics like neurocinematics, the impact of smartphones, and the difference between art and propaganda. Stewart also…
- 351 — How Storytelling Heals the Soul With Nancy Mellon
Nancy Mellon, author of "Body Eloquence," joins Paul Chek on Spirit Gym to discuss the healing power of storytelling. She shares her insights on therapeutic storytelling, her discovery of Rudolf Steiner, and the critical role of myth in ou…
- 350 — What If Your Bank Account Mirrors Your Inner Life With Jason Pickard
On Spirit Gym, Jason Pickard joins Paul Chek to discuss how inner life, mindset, and mastery can influence financial and personal success. He explores connecting to a greater whole to achieve life goals and financial stability.
- 349 — Think You Understand Bitcoin? You Probably Don’t With Joe Bryan
Joe Bryan joins Paul Chek on Spirit Gym to discuss Bitcoin. They explore its potential to transform the world's financial system, how it works, and its differences from other cryptocurrencies. Bryan also explains how the current financial…
- 348 — God Is Just Blowing Smoke? Why the Word 'God' Misses the Mark With Jeffrey Armstrong
In this episode of Spirit Gym, Jeffrey Armstrong and Paul Chek have a conversation about the concept of 'God.' They explore higher powers, the distinction between practices and beliefs, and nondualism.
- 347 — The Essential Alchemy of Man and Woman With Julie Dean Richards
Julie Dean Richards joins Spirit Gym to discuss the essential alchemy of man and woman. She explores societal inequalities, patriarchal influences, and how archetypes and alchemy can help women embrace their true selves.