Spiritually Challenged

S1 Ep20 – There Is No Death

In the season finale of Spiritually Challenged, the guys are joined by end-of-life doula Dianne Gray. Dianne has endured profound personal loss in her life. But rather than breaking her, these experiences have opened her to a deeper truth: that death is not the end.  Inspired by this knowing, Dianne has dedicated her life to guiding others through moments of deep grief and transformation. Diane’s stories are powerful and uplifting. They remind us that our souls are eternal, and love is a force that transcends even death.

S1 Ep19 – The Fall & Rise of a Spiritual Gangster (part two)

In the second half of this two-part episode, former gang member Jason Quezada opens up about a dark entity he believes inhabited him—an energy he surrendered to during acts of violence and crime. Street Poets founder Chris Henrikson joins to discuss how he helped Jason separate from that force—and how similar dark energies often haunt gang culture as a whole. It’s a mind-bending conversation about the inner battles that shape us—and the hope that becomes possible when we finally let the light in. This is one you won’t want to miss.

S1 Ep18 – The Fall & Rise Of A Spiritual Gangster (part one)

This week on the podcast, Street Poets founder Chris Henrikson returns—this time with one of his most compelling former students: Jason Quezada. Jason’s story is anything but ordinary. From a disciplined Catholic school upbringing to a conviction that landed him behind bars, from being overtaken by dark energies to undergoing a profound spiritual awakening—his life has been a journey through extremes. In Part One of this two-part conversation, join Jay and David for a raw, revealing exploration of redemption, transformation, and the mysterious forces that shape a life.

S1 Ep17 – Music & The Search For P.L.U.R.

Kaivon August is a rising star in the world of EDM, lighting up stages at concerts and festivals packed with thousands of fans. But behind the pulsing beats and dazzling lights lies a much deeper story. Since childhood, Kaivon has battled intense anxiety, OCD, and the slippery slope of self-medication. This week, Jay and David dive into the highs and lows of Kaivon’s journey—not just as an artist and musician, but as a spiritual seeker navigating the pressures of performance, perfectionism, and healing.

S1 Ep16 – Artists, Addiction & Their Secret Lovers

Sally Taylor is an accomplished and fiercely original musician, painter, and conceptual artist. As the daughter of musical legends James Taylor and Carly Simon, Sally has had to work harder than most to carve out her own identity. And sometimes that struggle took her through some pretty dark places.  Listen in as Sally talks about growing up in the shadow of two artistic giants, her personal journey through addiction, and the one great lover who has been there with her since the beginning and has helped guide her back into harmony. This is a story of resilience, self-discovery, and the transformative power of creativity.