The Drop the Needle Podcast

What happens when a neuroscientist sets out to explore spirituality through experience rather than belief?
In this fascinating episode of the Drop The Needle Podcast, Jim Alstott sits down with Reverend Dr. Vicki Garlock, a cognitive neuroscientist, interfaith minister, educator, and Guinness World Record holder, to explore the profound connection between science, spirituality, sacred spaces, and human consciousness.
After visiting an astonishing 185 places of worship in just 30 days, Dr. Garlock shares what she learned about the energy of sacred spaces, the common threads connecting the world's major religions, and why spiritual experiences may be more universal than we think.
Whether you're curious about faith, consciousness, neuroscience, energy healing, meditation, religion, or personal transformation, this conversation offers a fresh perspective on what it means to be human and spiritually connected.
🔹 In this episode, you'll discover:
• How neuroscience can help explain spiritual experiences
• The surprising similarities between world religions
• What sacred spaces reveal about human consciousness
• Lessons from visiting 185 places of worship in one month
• Why spirituality transcends religious labels
• The role of music, singing, and ritual in spiritual connection
• How science and faith can work together
⏱ CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction to Reverend Dr. Vicki Garlock
04:51 From Neuroscience to Interfaith Ministry
09:58 The Guinness World Record Journey
14:47 Cognitive Science and Spiritual Experiences
19:41 Sacred Spaces, Energy & Connection
28:43 Achievement vs Experience
31:00 What Connects All Religions?
35:46 Understanding Sacred Spaces
39:47 Embracing Spiritual Mystery
44:54 Lessons from World Religions
54:42 The Joy of Music and Singing
58:09 Songs That Inspire Change
01:00:15 Spirituality Through Music
01:01:58 Music in Education
01:04:14 Storytelling, Music & Meaning
01:05:40 Final Reflections
Sound Bites 
"Brown University is a prestigious honor." 
"Visited 185 places of worship in 30 days." 
"Felt a cumulative energy in sacred spaces."
📚 Resources & Links
World Religions for Kids:
https://worldreligionsforkids.com
Guinness World Records:
https://www.guinnessworldrecords.com
Taizé Community:
https://www.taize.fr/en
Kirtan Practice:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kirtan
🎙 About Dr. Vicki Garlock
Dr. Vicki Garlock is a cognitive neuroscientist, interfaith minister, educator, author, and speaker dedicated to helping people understand spirituality through both science and lived experience. Her work explores the intersection of faith traditions, consciousness, sacred spaces, and human connection.
Playlist:
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In this powerful episode of Drop the Needle Podcast, Jim Alstott sits down with Graham Skidmore for a deep conversation about spiritual awakening, emotional healing, consciousness, and personal transformation.
Graham shares profound insights into how trauma, energy, mindset, and emotional patterns shape our everyday lives and how healing, self-awareness, and spiritual growth can help us reconnect with who we truly are.
Together, they explore intuition, frequency, vibration, mindfulness, and the importance of authenticity in today’s world. This episode offers practical wisdom and emotional insight for anyone seeking deeper peace, healing, and alignment.
✨ Topics include:
• Emotional healing and trauma recovery
• Spiritual awakening and consciousness
• Energy, vibration, and manifestation
• Intuition and mindset transformation
• Human connection and authenticity
• Personal growth and self-awareness
SOUND BITES

 “Healing begins the moment you become honest with yourself.” 

 “Your energy speaks before you do.” 

 “Spiritual growth is about becoming more human, not less.”

CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction to Graham Skidmore
02:15 Graham’s Spiritual Journey and Awakening
05:00 Emotional Trauma and Early Life Lessons
08:30 Understanding Consciousness and Energy
12:00 Healing Fear and Limiting Beliefs
15:45 The Power of Self-Awareness
19:00 Human Connection and Authentic Relationships
22:30 Learning to Trust Intuition
26:00 Spirituality and Everyday Life
29:10 Mindset Shifts That Transform Your Reality
33:00 How Energy Impacts Emotional Wellbeing
36:45 Healing Practices and Mindfulness Tools
40:20 Living in Alignment with Purpose
44:10 Overcoming Fear and Embracing Change
47:30 Frequency, Manifestation & Personal Growth
51:00 Final Reflections and Closing Thoughts
Playlist Link:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7vJ7vUDjE8cWYR0Fnd1ew5?si=4c4c32a3dca64b2e
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In this enlightening episode of Drop the Needle Podcast, Jim Alstott sits down with Dr. Kelly Edmonds for a profound conversation about spiritual awakening, emotional healing, energy mastery, and consciousness.
Dr. Kelly shares powerful insights into chakras, psychic abilities, soul contracts, energetic protection, and how unresolved emotional trauma can impact our spiritual and physical wellbeing. Together, they explore the balance between spirituality and the human experience while offering practical wisdom for healing, self-awareness, and transformation.
This episode is perfect for anyone seeking deeper clarity, emotional healing, spiritual growth, and a stronger connection to themselves and the world around them.
✨ Topics include:
• Spiritual awakening and consciousness
• Energy healing and chakras
• Emotional trauma and self-healing
• Intuition and psychic sensitivity
• Frequency, vibration, and sound healing
• Protecting your energy and emotional boundaries
SOUND BITES

 “You are this beautiful spiritual being in a human body.” 

 “We absorb energy like sponges.” 

 “The real trick is learning how to marry your spiritual life with your human life.”

CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction to Dr. Kelly Edmonds
01:40 Kelly’s Background in Energy Healing & Spirituality
03:20 Understanding Spiritual Plateaus
05:30 Energy Fields, Chakras & Awakening
07:00 Growing Up Psychic and Empathic
10:15 Irish Mysticism, Premonitions & Family Traditions
12:45 Divine Ascension Explained
15:00 What Are Soul Contracts?
17:30 Healing Abandonment & Past Life Patterns
18:45 Emotional Healing and Energy Work
20:00 Balancing Spirituality with Human Connection
23:30 Relationships, Frequency & Spiritual Growth
27:00 Recognizing Toxic Energy in Relationships
28:10 Energy Mastery Beyond Beginner Spirituality
31:00 Listening to the Wisdom of the Body
32:15 The Connection Between Emotion, Mind & Spirit
34:00 Energy Alchemy and Energetic Protection
35:00 Becoming Your Own Healer
37:00 Sound Healing, Frequency & Vibration
37:30 One Practice to Transform Your Spiritual Life
39:00 Musical Influences & David Cassidy Memories
41:00 Grease, Disco & Musical Nostalgia
43:30 Songs That Raise Energy & Mood
45:00 Music That Can Heal Humanity
47:00 Goddess Energy & Sacred Soundscapes
50:00 Sound Healing, Frequency & Consciousness
51:00 Closing Thoughts & Final Message
Playlist Link:
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🔥 What if trauma isn’t just emotional… but energetic?
In this mind-expanding episode of DTN Podcast, Jim Alstott sits down with spiritual healer and meditation teacher Paul Aryeh to uncover the hidden forces shaping our lives, from sacred geometry and frequencies to ancestral healing and human consciousness.
After spending 14 years training in India, Paul shares powerful insights on:
✨ Healing generational trauma
✨ The science of vibrations & frequencies
✨ Sacred geometry & yantras
✨ Divine energy and spiritual awakening
✨ How your environment affects your mental wellness
✨ Releasing emotional “poison” from the soul
💬 “Trauma contracts the soul.”
💬 “Heal the past, heal the future.”
This conversation bridges spirituality, healing, energy work, meditation, and consciousness in a way that could completely shift how you see your life.
Sound Bites
"Heal the past, heal the future."
"Release out the poison."
"Trauma contracts the soul."
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Guest Background
00:54 Paul Aryeh's 14 Years in India and Spiritual Training
02:47 Experiences of Divine Intervention and Miracles
04:32 The Power of Sacred Geometry and Yantras
07:35 Negativity, Darkness, and Managing Energy
10:25 Angels and Divine Assistance in Turbulent Times
13:06 Healing Traumas and Releasing Poison from the Soul
15:37 The Science of Vibrations and Frequencies
18:41 Healing DNA and Passing Trauma Across Generations
21:31 Practical Solutions for Long-Lasting Change
27:54 The Importance of Love, Forgiveness, and Inner Peace
37:03 The Role of Elements and Space in Vastu
43:20 The Impact of Space Configuration on Life and Prosperity
49:56 Healing and Releasing Family Karma
55:27 Music, Frequencies, and Inspiration
01:00:04 Songs that Inspire and Uplift
01:04:38 Closing Remarks and Contact Information

What if your birth chart isn’t predicting your future, but revealing who you’re meant to become?
What if everything you’ve been searching for purpose, clarity, direction, is already written in your soul’s blueprint?
In this episode of Drop the Needle, we sit down with evolutionary astrologer Jeanne Comeau, who left the corporate tech world to help people reconnect with their authentic selves. This conversation goes beyond horoscopes and predictions, diving deep into how astrology can be a tool for self-awareness, healing, and personal evolution.
We explore the difference between predictive and evolutionary astrology, the meaning behind your North and South Nodes, and how your birth chart reflects both your past patterns and your future potential. Jeanne shares how understanding your chart can help you live from the inside out, embrace your uniqueness, and step fully into your life’s purpose.
If you’ve ever felt like there’s more to who you are or wondered how to align with your true path, this episode will open a new perspective.
🎧 Listen now and start decoding your soul’s blueprint.
KEY TOPICS
Jeannie Como's background and journey into astrology
The difference between predictive and evolutionary astrology
How astrology reveals your soul's purpose and blueprint
The role of free will in shaping your destiny
Understanding the houses, signs, and planets in your chart
The significance of the North and South Nodes
The impact of past lives and reincarnation in astrology
Practical applications of astrology for self-awareness
SOUND BITES
"When you know who you are, pain goes away"
"You create originality to feel secure"
"Service is part of your life purpose"
CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction to Jeannie Comeau's Journey
02:46 From Corporate to Holistic Counseling
05:52 Understanding Evolutionary Astrology
08:47 The Search for Meaning and Legacy
11:50 Living from the Inside Out
14:44 Overcoming Fear and Embracing Authenticity
24:28 Discovering Personal Strengths and Purpose
27:08 The Evolution of Astrology: From Prediction to Understanding
29:28 Understanding Evolutionary Astrology and Its Spiritual Significance
31:25 The Role of Free Will in Astrology
34:24 Exploring Personal Birth Charts and Their Insights
47:57 Understanding Career and Life Mission
49:56 The Power of Personal Narratives
51:42 Normalizing Uniqueness and Vulnerability
53:22 Cultural Shifts and Human Connection
54:10 Creativity and Security in Identity
57:03 The Journey of Inquiry and Spiritual Growth
59:58 Choosing Our Life Path and Energy
01:02:40 The Importance of Service in Life
01:04:15 Musical Reflections and Personal Connections
Jeanne Comeau’s Website - https://jeannecomeau.com
Clifton Strengths Finder - https://www.gallup.com/cliftonstrengths/en/home.aspx
Evolutionary Astrology Overview - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Evolutionary_astrology
Playlist:
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3kwoUHsuMYNI8wPuH2jnwY?si=aa72a8542c6849b7