EP 8: The Serpent Within: Rahu & Ketu with Anya Mukhina

EP 12: How to Live an Aligned Life & The Three Gunas w/ Anya Muhkina

In this enlightening episode of Between Soul and Sky, Richard sits down with Anya for a deep and meaningful conversation about the ancient Vedic concept of the Three Gunas—Sattva (purity), Rajas (activity), and Tamas (inertia)—and how they shape every aspect of our inner and outer lives. Together, we explore how understanding these fundamental energies can guide us toward greater balance, self-awareness, and soul alignment in our everyday choices, relationships, and spiritual practices. Anya shares personal insights, practical tools, and timeless wisdom that invite us to observe our own tendencies with compassion—and begin living with more clarity and conscious intention. Whether you're new to yogic philosophy or looking to deepen your spiritual journey, this episode offers a grounded yet expansive approach to living in harmony with your true nature.

EP 11: Yoga & The Path Towards Self-Realization with Jennifer Gannon

In the 11th episode of Between Soul & Sky, we journey into the ancient and transformative practice of Kriya Yoga with Jennifer Gannon — a certified Yoga and Breathwork teacher, spiritual guide, and creative strategist. With roots in both Eastern tradition and Western innovation, Jennifer offers a rare and integrated perspective on the spiritual path, blending deep inner wisdom with a grounded understanding of modern life. Together, we explore what makes Kriya Yoga so distinct — from its sacred pranayama techniques and energetic alignment with the chakras, to its powerful capacity to dissolve ego and awaken the soul’s memory. Jennifer shares her personal story of being drawn to the practice, how it reshaped her inner and outer world, and the subtle ways it guides one toward self-realization — not just in theory, but in direct experience. We discuss the soul’s karmic journey, the role of stillness and silence, and the fine balance between spiritual detachment and full-hearted participation in life. For those feeling called to the path of yoga but unsure where to begin, Jennifer offers a compassionate invitation for your own journey home. You can learn more about Jennifer at www.gannoncreative.com! [https://gannoncreative.com/]

EP 10: The Alchemy of the Forest: Mushrooms, Ceremony, and Soul Remembrance with Krishina Riggs

In this deeply nourishing episode of Between Soul and Sky, I sit down with ceremonialist and soul guide Krishina Riggs to explore the ancient wisdom of the forest and the sacred role of mushrooms in our evolutionary healing. We journey through topics such as: 🌿 The role of ceremony in reconnecting with the Earth and Self 🍄 The spiritual intelligence of mushrooms and how they catalyze remembrance 🔥 Personal stories of transformation, grief, and awakening 🌌 How plant medicine can help us reclaim forgotten aspects of our soul Krishina shares her reverence for the forest as a living teacher and offers powerful insights on walking the path of soul remembrance with humility, courage, and trust. Whether you're curious about working with mushrooms, navigating your own inner awakening, or simply seeking a deeper connection to the living Earth, this episode is a sacred invitation to listen more deeply to the whispers of your soul. Listen. Feel. Remember. ✨ Subscribe and turn on notifications for more soul-inspired episodes. 🌀 Learn more about Krishina and Her Retreats: @sagewisco or www.sagewiseco.com 🌠 Connect with me: @thestarwhispererofficial or www.thestarwhisperer.com #BetweenSoulAndSky #MushroomMedicine #Ceremony #SoulRemembrance #SpiritualAwakening #Podcast #KrishinaRiggs #ForestWisdom #EvolutionaryHealing #Mysticism #PsychedelicHealing

EP 9: Grief Unfiltered Part II: How Grief Impacts Relationships with Jennifer James

What happens to our relationships when we grieve? What truths surface when we stop pretending to be okay? In this deeply honest and heartfelt episode, I sit down with Jennifer James to explore the raw, unspoken layers of loss. Through the lens of her own story—losing her sister—Jennifer opens a portal into what grief actually feels like: the silence, the sorrow, the rage… and the strange beauty that can emerge in the aftermath. This is not a conversation wrapped in clichés or neat conclusions. This is grief unfiltered. Together, we explore: 1) The soul-level impact of losing a sibling 2) How grief isolates us in a world addicted to moving on 3) The friends who vanished—and the ones who stayed 4) What grief teaches about truth, love, and who we really are 5) How sorrow can awaken memory, meaning, and the soul’s deeper path Whether you’re in the thick of grief, quietly holding your pain, or supporting someone you love—this episode offers a mirror, a companion, and a reminder: you are not alone. 🕯️ Your grief is sacred, never forget that! You can follow Jennifer on IG: @liv2behappy_ ---------------- 🔔 Subscribe for more spirit-led, soul-rooted conversations. 🎧 Listen now. Share if this speaks to your heart. 🕯️ Follow & connect with Richard from Between Soul and Sky 🌿 Instagram: @thestarwhispererofficial 🌿 Website: https://thestarwhisperer.com [https://thestarwhisperer.com] 🌿 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thestarwhisperer

EP 8: The Serpent Within: Rahu & Ketu with Anya Mukhina

Are you ready for the eighth episode of season 1 of Between Soul and Sky™️?! We are welcoming back the incredible Vedic astrologer @anyakukla for another deep and illuminating conversation — this time, we’re diving into the mysterious, magnetic pull of Rahu and Ketu ✨ Known as the Serpent’s Head and Tail, Rahu and Ketu represent the karmic axis in Vedic astrology — the nodes that reveal our deepest obsessions, spiritual lessons, and the unconscious patterns that shape our lives. In this episode, Anya helps us understand: 🌀 What Rahu and Ketu symbolize in our charts 🪷 How they influence our soul's evolution 🔥 Why their energy feels both chaotic and catalytic 🌗 The karmic story they tell across lifetimes Let us know in the comments what you think — and as always, reviews and shares are deeply appreciated. ❤️🙏