Soma Collective Podcast

Join us as we unwrap the fascinating creation story of Loco Love, where passion meets entrepreneurship in the world of chocolate. What began as a humble personal love affair for Emica Penklis, which saw her tinkering around in her kitchen with cacao, has since grown exponentially. With the help of her partner Jesse Lawrence the dynamic duo have created one of Australia's most soulful and successful chocolate brands.

This intimate interview is filled with behind-the-scenes insights, invaluable wisdom and inspiration from two visionary entrepreneurs who dared to dream big and follow their hearts. Whether you're an aspiring chocolatier or a business enthusiast, this podcast offers a rich tapestry of entrepreneurial lessons and heartfelt storytelling.

Following our previous podcast featuring the incredible Kerwin Rae, (From Challenges to Transformation) many of you expressed a strong desire for more insights from this extraordinary individual. Well, your wish is our command! Kerwin graciously returned as a guest for our latest Soma Sunday event and we've just released another captivating episode.

Together, we embarked on a thought-provoking journey into the multifaceted world of Kerwin Rae, a man of limitless brilliance. With a penchant for delving deep into a variety of intriguing topics, we ventured into uncharted territories, occasionally strayed down rabbit holes, explored unexpected avenues and unveiled the many layers of Kerwin's wisdom and insights.

In this riveting episode of the Soma Collective podcast, host Peter Ostick delves deep into the transformative journey of Jaguar Heart. From a turbulent childhood marked by abuse and despair, Jaguar Heart sought solace in the world's distractions. But material success couldn't fill the void within.

Discover how Jaguar turned his life around, transcending trauma and materialism to become a sought-after therapist. This is a story of resilience, transformation and the unwavering belief in the capacity for healing.

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In this special episode we delve deep into the world of visionary, filmmaker, actor, director, producer and an environmentalist Damon Gameau. His work has captured the hearts and minds of millions.

His groundbreaking documentary "That Sugar Film" was a powerful exposé that opened our eyes to the dangers of hidden sugars lurking in our everyday diets. It subsequently become Australia's highest-grossing documentary of all time. His other epic "2040," was an inspiring journey into the realms of possibility to solve our ecological crisis.

Damon's was nominated for NSW Australian of the Year for his outstanding contributions to 'the Regeneration' movement, which seeks practical innovations to heal our planet, one step at a time.

Today he invites us further into his magical world as we explore his latest project which promises to be his most impactful to date.

Join us for a captivating conversation as Gary Gorrow sits down with Ben Gordon, the drummer of Australian rock legends, Parkway Drive!

In this episode, we explore the fascinating duality of Ben's life. He's the thunderous drummer on stage, yet a calm, introspective soul offstage. Discover how he combines the intensity of heavy metal with the serenity of meditation to find balance in a chaotic world.

Ben takes us on a wild ride into the life and times of a rock star, generously shares his insights into how he balances the polarities of life, staying centered amidst the music industry's frenzy, he shares his intimate inner journey, how he had to overcome tremendous adversity, how he has exercised the minds muscle to engender a state of spontaneous positivity.

Whether you're a die-hard Parkway Drive fan or simply someone seeking inspiration in the modern age, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in, turn up the volume and get ready to be uplifted by the harmonious clash of heavy metal and mindfulness.

Join Peter as he welcomes Pete Isaia to the podcast. Pete Isaia is a life coach and trauma therapist who specialises in shadow integration work. The “Shadow” concept was developed by one of the giants of psychology Carl Jung. Jung described the unconscious part of our character or personality that does not align with the ideal version of what we're aiming for, this being the version of us Jung called the ego ideal. It’s a fascinating topic and we hope you enjoy.

Join Peter as he explores the concept of Prana with Bess Prescott. Bess has been teaching Yoga for 20 years and is the founder of Creature Yoga in Byron Bay. Understanding Prana is key to managing the nervous system and Bess teaches a technique in the show that will help you do that. As well as practical tools Bess shares her view on the historical evolution of Yoga and her perspective on how she reconciles the ethics of an ancient philosophy with todays society.

Join Peter as he explores the subconscious mind with Psych-K instructor Rosi Pletzer and explores tools that can ensure it is working for you to unlock your potential instead of holding you back.

Rosi PletzerI has been Facilitating PSYCH-K for several years and became a part of the Certified Instructor community in 2017, taking my certification with Rob Williams in Crestone, Colorado.

In this inspiring episode Peter explores the concept of a well lived life with 102 year old Dr Gladys McGarey, renowned as the Mother of Holistic Medicine. Dr. Gladys shares her profound wisdom from over a century of life, showcased in her best-selling book "The Well-Lived Life - A 102-Year-Old Doctor's Six Secrets to Health and Happiness at Every Age."

At the heart of Dr Gladys secrets are how to connect your personal “juice” which gives meaning to life and explores the role of the mind in maintaining body health.

Tune in to this illuminating episode as Dr. Gladys imparts timeless wisdom and reminds us of the profound simplicity of a well-lived life. Discover how to prioritize what truly matters, find purpose and embrace health and happiness at every age.

Join Peter as he learns SAS resilience techniques to master your mindset and overcome adversity. Ben’s experience in the special forces and as an academic studying the science of resilience is a unique blend of practical tools and ancient philosophy.