My Heart Remembers – Podcast

My Heart Remembers – 59 – Ellie Crystal of Crystalinks

Ellie Crystal is an Internet pioneer, and the creator of Crystalinks. We had a beautiful chat about her history and what it means to have created such an astounding repository of esoteric knowledge. Visit Crystalinks to explore Ellie’s world that she has been building since 1995! You can help us make more great podcasts by supporting … Read more

My Heart Remembers – 58 – Cameron L Brauer #2

This week’s episode is a catch-up with Cameron Brauer of My Alien Life, and we discuss the state of the wild world we live in, as well as a talk about Canada and what it means to Cameron as an American. Click here to listen to Cameron’s first appearance on the show. Listen to ‘My Alien … Read more

My Heart Remembers – 57 – Tom Shea

Tom Shea came by the studio this week for a fabulous chat about music, education, life, and more. Tom was fantastic fun, and has a beautiful perspective on life. Listen to Tom’s music on Bandcamp. You can help us make more great podcasts by supporting our Matreon.

My Heart Remembers – 56 – Tea With Gideon

Dakota and I have been working weekly with Gideon Jagged, and it’s a huge pleasure. We took a break to have a tea time conversation about irish mythology, Wicca, ceremonial magic, and life! Gideon’s website You can help us make more great podcasts by supporting our Matreon.

My Heart Remembers – 55 – Sergio Gomez

Sergio Gomez is a gifted Mexican-American painter and arts instructor. He’s also wildly fun and offered some fantastic insight into art, life, and how to further develop oneself as an artist in the midst of discovering the human spirit of creativity. Links from Sergio: Art Studio: http://www.sergiogomezonline.com Art Gallery: http://www.33contemporary.com Curator at Zhou B Art Center:  http://www.zhoubartcenter.com … Read more

My Heart Remembers – 54 – Lee Strauss

Lee Strauss is a member of the UFO I-Team, a group of specialists dedicated to exploring strange phenomena. Lee and I talked about his techniques, some of his findings, and how you might explore the skies. You can help us make more great podcasts by supporting our Matreon.

My Heart Remembers – 53 – Year One

Happy Anniversary! It’s been one year of the My Heart Remembers podcast, and we celebrate by reviewing a few highlights and talking about the nature of art, and in particular the con that art of all sorts can be. You can help us make more great podcasts by supporting our Matreon.

My Heart Remembers – 52 – Andrieh Vitimus

It was wonderful to have Andrieh Vitimus back for a second visit and chat. We explored how to find grace in the midst of a traumatic life and what it means to commune with spirits through the lens of ceremonial magick. Wuji Xuan Wellness Center Andrieh’s Events Andrieh’s Book You can help us make more … Read more

My Heart Remembers – 51 – Danny Medakovic

Danny Medakovic is a gifted songwriter, and explorer of the world. We had a lot of laughs in this one, and you can check out his new album from the included link. Listen here. You can help us make more great podcasts by supporting our Matreon.

My Heart Remembers – 50 – Sara Atkins

This week I had a conversation with a lovely woman I met just down the street. Sara Atkins is running a seasonal pop-up gift shop in Hamilton, Ontario and we had a fascinating conversation about art, craft, and much more. You can help us make more great podcasts by supporting our Matreon.

My Heart Remembers – 49 – Michael W. Hall

Michael W. Hall is wildly fun and informative. On top of that, he’s a former judge, current lawyer, educated in Broadcast Journalism, and the founder of the UFOiTEAM, a group of educated and experienced UFO/Paranormal field investigators who explore wild mysteries throughout the world. You can help us make more great podcasts by supporting our Matreon.

My Heart Remembers – 48 – Wine, Cheese, and Megaliths

Zena and Dakota solve the mysteries of Stonehenge and the Pyramids! Or, at the very least they discuss some fascinating aspects of megaliths, and explore what they might have meant then and what they mean to us now. You can help us make more great podcasts by supporting our Matreon.

My Heart Remembers – 47 – More Ghastly Tales!

Zena and Dakota co-host the My Heart Remembers Halloween Special! We listen to ghost stories told by friends, and explore a few thoughts on what hauntings may be. Happy Halloween! Hear more ghost stories in last week’s episode! You can help us make more great podcasts by supporting our Matreon.

My Heart Remembers – 46 – Ghastly Ghost Stories

Zena is joined by Producer Dakota Lanktree for a set of ghastly ghost tales, and Dakota reads one of the oldest ghost stories in recorded history. You can help us make more great podcasts by supporting our Matreon.

My Heart Remembers – 45 – Tamare White-Wolf

This week we are joined by Tamare White-Wolf, a psychic and esoteric explorer who hosts Paganfest in Barrie, Canada. We discuss a great number of things, including the recent Pagan Declaration On Intolerance. You can help us make more great podcasts by supporting our Matreon.

My Heart Remembers – 44 – Lucas Hygate

Lucas Hygate has garbage on the mind… But, in a good way. He founded TrashTalk Montreal, to encourage folks to get out and beautiful their communities. Check out TrashTalk Montreal on Facebook, Instagram, and their website. You can help us make more great podcasts by supporting our Matreon.

My Heart Remembers – 43 – Bob Bryden

Bob Bryden is musician and songwriter of note, with a career stretching over just the right number of decades. Bob is also hilarious and a genuine pleasure to chat with. Check out a special live performance of two of Bob’s songs at the end of the episode and if you want to hear a killer … Read more

My Heart Remembers – 42 – Bobby J Gallo

Bobby J Gallo is magic! And, he hunts ghosts with his family. Join us for a great conversation about Bobby’s experiences and perspective on the paranormal. Watch an episode of Gallo Family Ghost Hunters. Learn more about Bobby’s book. You can help us make more great podcasts by supporting our Matreon.

My Heart Remembers – 41 – TJ Hepburn #2

This week is our first return guest. TJ Hepburn and I explore terrains of love, polyamory, and what vanilla relationships can learn about jealousy from those in polyamorous relationships, all spiced with a lot of laughs. You can help us make more great podcasts by supporting our Matreon.

My Heart Remembers – 40 – In Repair

This week’s episode is a special tea-time conversation with our producer Dakota Lanktree, in which we explore the idea of actually repairing things, and wasting less. It’s hard, in these times, but all the more important. Hear more from Dakota on her podcast, PanoptiVox. You can help us make more great podcasts by supporting our Matreon.

My Heart Remembers – 39 – Wesley Miller

Wesley Miller is a linguist from Oshweken on Six Nations of the Grand River reserve. We discussed his work in Mohawk languages, an explanation of wampum as a mnemonic device, politics, and life, all while sitting on the beautiful banks of the Grand River (Tinaatuoa). Learn more about the Mohawk language : http://www.korkahnawake.org https://newjourneys.ca/articles/resources-for-learning-mohawk You … Read more

My Heart Remembers – 38 – Hugh McLeod

Hugh McLeod is a phenomenal wit, a medical doctor who specializes in treating trauma, and a teacher of improv. We had a lot of fun with this one. You can help us make more great podcasts by supporting our Matreon.

My Heart Remembers – 37 – Mary Barnes Price

I am joined this week by Mary Barnes Price, who is an online friend that I wish I could have tea with in person. We spoke about transportation, wellness, gardening, and life! Learn more about transportation in Casper, Wyoming. You can help us make more great podcasts by supporting our Matreon.

My Heart Remembers – 36 – Paul Eno

Paul Eno began his investigations into the paranormal in the early 70’s, and was turned away from becoming a priest because of it. These days Paul is a journalist, radio host, and this weeks informative guest. Paul Eno’s Website You can help us make more great podcasts by supporting our Matreon.

My Heart Remembers – 35 – Cameron Brauer

This episode is a deeply informative conversation with Cameron Brauer, host of the podcast ‘My Alien Life’. Cameron is charming and sharp, and a genuine pleasure. Listen to ‘My Alien Life’. You can help us make more great podcasts by supporting our Matreon.

My Heart Remembers – 34 – Andrieh Vitimus

Andrieh Vitimus is an author, teacher, radio host and ceremonial magician. We had a great conversation about the benefits and daily practicality of the study of magick. Andrieh’s WebsiteShapeshifting ClassAndrieh’s Book on Chaos Magic

My Heart Remembers – 33 – The Image

Dakota and I sat down for tea and a chat about some of the more philosophical aspects of photography. It’s a deep dive into the world of the image, with thoughts and quotes from Susan Sontag, Walter Benjamin, and John Berger. We also spoke a little wee bit about Dakota’s upcoming documentary and podcast series, … Read more

My Heart Remembers – 32 – Christopher Lawson

Christopher Lawson is one of those wonderful folks who has a mind like a beautiful trap. He’s a poet, an author, an expert in theology, a cannabis activist, and we had a great conversation about Greek Mystery Schools and more. You can help us make more great podcasts by supporting our Matreon.

My Heart Remembers – 31 – Brian Morton

Brian Morton is brilliant, and trained at the National Theatre School of Canada before spending a lifetime writing, acting in, and directing plays. We talked about life coming full circle, the dramatic subtext behind Brian’s latest play, and why it’s powerfully important even if it may be uncomfortable. You can help us make more great … Read more

My Heart Remembers – 30 – Justin Villareal

Justin Villareal is just a being trying to be. But, underneath that simple take, he’s also a radio host, and explorer of majick. Twitter: @LCGH @kraziej82 instagram: @kraziej82 www.theanomalistradionetwork.net You can help us make more great podcasts by supporting our Matreon.

My Heart Remembers – 29 – T.J. Hepburn

TJ Hepburn is one of those people who stands up for what they believe in and can back it up with a lot of thought. He shares his memories of living in Hamilton, his approach to relationships, and much more. You can help us make more great podcasts by supporting our Matreon.

My Heart Remembers – 28 – Steve Genier

Steve Genier is a paranormal investigator and old friend. We talk through his experience with investigating, his new explorations, and had a lot of laughs. Southern Ontario Paranormal Society Facebook Page Nocturnal Frequency Radio Facebook Page Audio Samples of Paranormal Phenomena From Steve You can help us make more great podcasts by supporting our Matreon.

My Heart Remembers – 27 – Aliens VS Angels

I sat down with a fascinating old friend, Gideon Jagged. We spoke about ceremonial magick (WITH A K), and I consulted Gideon for his thoughts on visitations of aliens, angels, or something else. It’s a joy to know someone this well-versed in life and the mysteries of the heart and mind. **Note: We had a … Read more

My Heart Remembers – 25 – Kojo ‘Easy’ Damptey

Kojo Damptey is one of those folks who are blessed with brilliance in multiple ways. He’s a gifted singer, performer, song-writer, academic, and social activist. We chatted about his music, his academic work, and we decided that we need to do a few more of these chats real soon. Download Kojo’s new album. The outro … Read more

My Heart Remembers – 24 – Lyla Miklos

Lyla Miklos is a lot of things, and it’s fascinating. Lyla was born somewhere you’ve barely heard of, and has grown into a woman who works at making the world around her a better one. We discuss her life, queer activism, her perspectives, and more. We did not talk about cannibalism at all, and anyone … Read more

My Heart Remembers – 23 – Sev Tok

The impossibly charming Sev Tok has a planet in the Star Wars galaxy named after her. She joined us to share her thoughts and experiences with communicating with aliens, and Zena finds connections between Sev’s experiences and her own communications. Find more of Sev at Planet Sev. You can help us make more great podcasts … Read more

My Heart Remembers – 22 – Jamie Shea

Jamie Shea is a phenomenal singer, song-writer, teacher, player of jazz, and old friend. Listen to two of his live songs at the end of the episode. Jamie’s Website You can help us make more great podcasts by supporting our Matreon.

My Heart Remembers – 21 – Ryan Clark

This conversation with Ryan Clark (Batty Bats) about his life as a DJ, audio technician, and dude who pisses people off on the Internet is a powerful one. Ryan is sharp, progressive, creative, and approaches life with empathy. Batty von BatsFacebook: www.facebook.com/battyvonbatsofficialTwitter: @BattyVonBatsMixcloud: mixcould.com/battyvonbats Cat vs BatWebsite: catvsbat.podbean.comFacebook: facebook.com/catvsbatpodcastTwitter: @CatvsBatPodcast You can help us make more great podcasts by supporting … Read more

My Heart Remembers – 20 – David Uzal

David Uzal is a gifted visual artist, world traveller, and a Raelian. What’s a Raelian? It’s a religion in which it is believed that humanity was brought here by an alien race known as the Elohim. David tells us about this faith, and much more. The Raelian Website.David’s Website (About to be rebuilt). You can … Read more

My Heart Remembers – 19 – Culture Is Our First Technology

I sat down with Dakota Lanktree for a chat about the idea that culture is our first technology. She offered up a theory about how we perceive time, and clumsied an explanation of the Chinese Cultural Revolution. It’s fascinating to ponder how much of our world is impacted by culture, and that much of it … Read more

My Heart Remembers – 18 – Terri Stewart

Terri Stewart is a lot of things, including a Methodist Pastor, an artist, and a strong advocate for LGBTQ2SI+ rights. We had a wonderful conversation about all of this, the coming schism in the United Methodist Church, trans and non-binary identities, and as is always the case with Terri…so much more. You can help us … Read more

My Heart Remembers – 17 – Might As Well Jump?

Tea Time With Dakota! This week…Dakota’s nightmare comes true when she sings a Van Halen song, and we talk about the impacts humans have on the world and what we might be able to do about it. Check out the Matreon! We’re excited to have a way of pushing new podcasts forward, including one about … Read more

My Heart Remembers – 16 – Hearty White

The host of Miracle Nutrition joins me for a deep dive into the heart of the most profound radio show ever made. Hearty White is a beautiful explorer of soul, wit, and comedy. The Thursday Story – Mushkil Gusha Listen to Miracle Nutrition Hearty’s Youtube Channel You can help us make more great podcasts by … Read more

My Heart Remembers – 15 – Secret Geniuses

Dakota and I talk about the wonders that people do without seeking recognition. There are hidden geniuses among us, that aren’t recognized in their lifetimes. Maybe you know one.

The neighbours and friends of Van Gogh, Henry Darger, James Hampton, Vivien Maier, and so many others didn’t know that there was a hidden drive to create occuring before them. Yet, some of the greatest works of art and accomplishment in history, have occurred behind the scenes and only revealed after the death of the genius in question. It’s fair to wonder how many we have missed, and to bemoan the tragedy of their not understanding the appreciation that came afterwards for their work.

My Heart Remembers – Episode 14 – Steve Sinnicks

Steve Sinnicks is a talented song-writer and multi-instrumentalist with a cutting sense of humour and sharp political mind. He joins us on My Heart Remembers to discuss his musical work, his frustrations, and jet sex toys, of course.

My Heart Remembers – Episode 13 – A Flat Earth For All

This week, in tea time with Dakota Lanktree, we discuss why it is that people believe things that are clearly wrong. And, we talk about what Flat Earthers have right. 

My Heart Remembers – Episode 12 – Chris Saade

Chris Saade spent more than a decade doing humanitarian work in Lebanon during the Lebanese war, and discovered a passion for social justice that has become a lifelong pursuit. Chris has provided teaching and seminars as a life coach and spiritual teacher.

We discussed the connections between the sacred and social activism, the fear involved in the human experience, and love.

My Heart Remembers – Episode 11 – Janet Farrar and Gavin Bone

Janet Farrar and Gavin Bone are prolific authors, and experts about divining the human condition. They’re also famous witches (Wiccans) and charming as heck. Enjoy this conversation that does dip into Wicca, but also provides broader insight into being human (witches are humans, honest). 

My Heart Remembers – Episode 10 – Live From Mumbai

Harkat is an exciting and exploratory arts space in Mumbai, India. Michaela and Karan Talwar offer an exciting glimpse into India’s contemporary and ancient culture. Standing out, as a uniquely driven and community-oriented space, in the fourth largest city in the world is a feat, and these film-makers have engaged in a beautiful mission to showcase beauty and art.

My Heart Remembers – Episode 9 – Christina Sealey

Christie Sealey is a cross-media creative juggernaut who can’t be stopped. An education in Fine Arts, and an exploratory spirit have led to the wildly creative musical work of Orphx (with Rich Oddie) and painting that is a beautiful intersection of delicacy, intensity of light/dark/colour, and sensuality. She’s also a great deal of fun, and insightful about exploring new realms. Christina very definitely is a light in the darkness.

My Heart Remembers – Episode 8 – The Script

A special tea-time episode on toxic masculinity with Dakota Lanktree and Dave Pomfret. We discuss gender roles, and how impactful and damaging they can be, along with an explanation about how/why the recent Gillette ad that asked men to do better blew so many minds. It’s a long, but important, episode that ends with a fantastic new song from Dave.

My Heart Remembers – Episode 7 – Vicky Lentz

Vicky Lentz is an astounding multi-disciplinary artist from New Brunswick who shares her insight into life and art with Zena this week. Episode possibly contains dangerous amounts of giggling and laughter, along with a great deal of insight into creativity.

My Heart Remembers – Episode 6 – Cat-Gineers

We are lucky enough to have Paul and TJ from ‘An Engineer’s Guide To Cats’ to speak about their experiences with having an early viral video (millions of hits a decade ago was almost unheard of) and how difficult it is to work with cats. Hilarity ensues…and, there is a surprise announcement!

My Heart Remembers Podcast – Episode 5 – Scaring Children

This week, we are joined by film-maker Dakota Lanktree to discuss the rational and irrational fears that parents instill in their children. Dakota is afraid of scarves, but owns forty of them.

My Heart Remembers – Episode 4 – Chris White

Chris White joins us this week for an enchanting chat about his life, his work, and his music. Chris is a Canadian folk artist, radio host, festival and event organize, and general firestarter. I had the pleasure of meeting Chris when we were creating the Harperman documentary, and it was an immense pleasure to catch … Read more

My Heart Remembers Podcast – Episode 3 – There Be Dragons

Documentary film-maker, artist, producer of this podcast, and person currently writing this, Dakota Lanktree joins Zena this week for a special holiday conversation about Dragons, stories, and much more.

My Heart Remembers Podcast – Episode 2 – John Breen

This week we welcome healer John Breen to ‘My Heart Remembers’. John and I discuss his journey from skeptic to healer. He shares winsome and ethereal descriptions of the phenomena that led him to this path. John’s approach to healing and wellness begins with a deep humility that inspires.

My Heart Remembers Podcast – Episode 1 – Wayne Phillips

Our guest is Wayne Phillips who among many things is a serial arts collective creator, an advocate for medicinal cannabis legalization, a reverend brother of the Church of the Universe, a visual artist, and dear friend from Ontario, Canada.