Episodes

  • Finding Hope in a Divided World | EP#194

    Finding Hope in a Divided World | EP#194
    May 15 2026
    In this deep and honest conversation, author and missionary Paul Granger joins me to talk about faith, hope, Christianity, authenticity, mental health, parenting, purpose, and what it means to truly be present in modern life.We discuss:• Finding hope during difficult times• Christianity and modern culture• Faith vs religion• Tribalism and division in society• Parenting, family, and sacrifice• Psychedelics and spiritual experiences• Money, consumerism, and happiness• Mental health and authenticity• Presence, grief, and human connection• Living with purpose instead of fearPaul Granger shares his experiences as a missionary, author, podcaster, and father while opening up about hope, suffering, love, and what it means to pursue truth in a world filled with noise and division.This episode is for anyone searching for deeper meaning, spiritual understanding, authentic conversations, or encouragement during difficult seasons of life.If you enjoy long-form podcasts about faith, spirituality, philosophy, mental health, self-improvement, Christianity, culture, and real human conversations — this episode is for you.Website: https://www.wheredidyouseegod.com/Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Paul-Granger/author/B0C845WL5S?ref=ap_rdr&shoppingPortalEnabled=true#Faith #Christianity #Hope #Podcast #MentalHealth #Spirituality #Authenticity #SelfImprovement #Purpose #PaulGranger
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    1 hr and 45 mins
  • The "Truth" Angle: Why the World is Falling Apart (And What I Learned on the Western Front) | EP#193

    The "Truth" Angle: Why the World is Falling Apart (And What I Learned on the Western Front) | EP#193
    Apr 17 2026
    36 Days. 500 Miles. Zero Internet.Art historian and author Briana Gravat did what most wouldn't dare: she rucked the entire WWI Western Front alone. In a world obsessed with constant connectivity, Briana unplugged to walk through the literal trenches of history. In this deep-dive episode of Coffee with Bearded Baghdad, we explore the haunting reality of the battlefields, the "consumerism lie" that is breaking modern society, and why we are all "homesick" for a world that no longer exists. In this episode, we uncover:• Survival on the Front: Carrying a 30lb ruck through monster rainstorms and sleeping on the same ground as 1914 infantrymen.• The Globalism Trap: Why our modern "junk" culture is failing us and why we need to return to local community. • The ADHD & Autism Connection: Ricky and Briana share a raw moment on late-life diagnoses and finding peace in "intrusive" thoughts. • The Lost History of America: Why we've forgotten the war that actually changed everything. "The human heart can only hold so much before it breaks." This conversation is a wake-up call for anyone feeling burnt out by the digital age. GET THE BOOK: There Will Come Soft Rains: A Journey Along the Western Front (Available on Amazon)#WWI #SoloFemaleTravel #HistoryUncovered #ModernSociety #AutismAwareness #WesternFront #AdventureTravel #Podcast
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    1 hr and 42 mins
  • Why ADHD is an Evolutionary "Superpower" |Ep#192

    Why ADHD is an Evolutionary "Superpower" |Ep#192
    Apr 10 2026
    In this episode, I sit down with historian and author Bryan Mark Rigg to discuss his transformative book, Conquering Learning Disabilities at Any Age. Bryan shares his personal journey from failing first grade twice to earning a PhD from Cambridge, proving that ADHD and dyslexia are not "defects," but evolutionary advantages.We dive deep into:• The Hunter vs. Farmer Theory: Why ADHD traits made our ancestors superior hunters.• The Natural Treatment Plan: How an all-natural diet (removing red dyes and BHT) and daily exercise can replace or supplement medication.• Overcoming Poor Self-Esteem: How to stop feeling like a "freak" and start leaning into your hyper-focus.• Relationships & ADHD: Navigating marriage, dopamine-seeking behavior, and the "thrill of the hunt" in everyday life.Bryan Mark Rigg is a Yale graduate, Rhodes Henry Fellow, and Cambridge PhD. He is the author of several books, including Lives of Hitler's Jewish Soldiers and Conquering Learning Disabilities at Any Age.• Bryan’s Website: bryanmarkrigg.com • Book: Conquering Learning Disabilities at Any Age• Research: The Feingold Diet & Dr. Ned Hallowell's Driven to Distraction#ADHD #Dyslexia #LearningDisabilities #EvolutionaryPsychology #NaturalHealth #BryanMarkRigg #SuccessStories #MentalHealth
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    1 hr and 23 mins
  • Philosophy, Money & Mysticism: Are We Chasing the Wrong Things? | EP#191

    Philosophy, Money & Mysticism: Are We Chasing the Wrong Things? | EP#191
    Apr 3 2026
    Are we chasing money, success, and status at the cost of meaning? In this deep conversation, we dive into philosophy, spirituality, mysticism, consumerism, and the search for truth in modern life. My guest, author John Bliss, discusses his book The False Paradigms of Today and the Timeless Truth of Tomorrow and challenges mainstream beliefs about success, religion, and purpose.We also explore:• Why philosophy still matters in modern society• Money vs. freedom — what really gives you options• Consumerism and the “rat race” mentality• Mystical experiences and knowing vs. believing• UFOs, spirituality, and historical connections• Independent publishing and marketing a self-published book• Evil, power dynamics, and human nature• The difference between religion and personal spiritualityIf you're interested in deep conversations about meaning, truth, and questioning societal norms, this episode is for you.👍 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share your thoughts in the comments — What do YOU think gives life meaning?Connect with John: Substack: https://skeptikapress.substack.com/Website: https://skeptikapress.com/#Philosophy #MeaningOfLife #Spirituality #Mysticism #UFOs #SelfPublishedAuthor #Consumerism #Truth #Podcast #DeepConversation
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    1 hr and 15 mins
  • The Hidden Truth About World War I They Never Taught You | Gerald Everett Jones Interview| EP#190

    The Hidden Truth About World War I They Never Taught You | Gerald Everett Jones Interview| EP#190
    Mar 27 2026
    What really caused World War I — and how does it connect to today's global conflicts? In this episode, author Gerald Everett Jones joins us to discuss his novel Jonathan’s Journal, inspired by a real WWI soldier’s diary discovered after his mother’s passing. We dive into forgotten history, geopolitical power struggles, propaganda, and how the past still shapes modern conflicts.This conversation explores hidden motivations behind wars, the Berlin-Baghdad Railway, global power dynamics, and why history may be repeating itself today.If you enjoy deep-dive history, geopolitics, and thought-provoking conversations — this episode is for you.Connect with Gerald: https://geraldeverettjones.com/https://substack.com/@geraldeverettjones#WorldWar1 #HiddenHistory #Geopolitics #JonathanJournal #PodcastInterview #HistoryPodcast #WW1 #GlobalPolitics #AuthorInterview #HistoryExplained
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    2 hrs and 31 mins
  • Why the Western World Is Broken (And How Indigenous Wisdom Can Heal It) | EP #189

    Why the Western World Is Broken (And How Indigenous Wisdom Can Heal It) | EP #189
    Mar 20 2026
    In this powerful episode, we dive deep into what’s missing from modern life—and why so many people in the Western world feel disconnected, overwhelmed, and unfulfilled.Scottie shares his journey from building a successful music and healing platform to discovering the true power of community, ancestral wisdom, and indigenous living in Colombia. After facing one of the hardest years of his life—including legal battles, personal loss, and spiritual challenges—he reveals how tribe, connection, and purpose became the foundation for real healing.We explore:• Why modern society is failing us• The importance of community and “village living”• Ancestral healing, ayahuasca, and spiritual growth• The truth about the Western rat race and consumerism• How indigenous cultures approach life, family, and purpose• Why healing isn’t a quick fix—and what actually worksThis conversation challenges everything you think you know about success, happiness, and what it means to truly live well.If you’ve ever felt like something is missing… this episode is for you.Connect with Scottie: https://ocoyai.com/YouTube: ⁨@Ocóyái-ancestral-school⁩ #AncestralHealing #Ayahuasca #SpiritualAwakening #CommunityLiving #IndigenousWisdom #SelfHealing #MentalHealth #ConsciousLiving #PodcastClip #ModernSociety #TruthAboutLife #PersonalGrowth #SpiritualJourney #AlternativeHealing #WesternCulture
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    1 hr and 44 mins
  • Why 150,000 Jewish Soldiers Fought for Hitler | Bryan Rigg |EP#188

    Why 150,000 Jewish Soldiers Fought for Hitler | Bryan Rigg |EP#188
    Mar 13 2026
    Historian Bryan Rigg reveals the shocking, hidden history of the "Mischlinge"—men of Jewish descent who served in the Nazi military during WWII. From high-ranking generals to front-line soldiers, how did 150,000 men with Jewish ancestry navigate the Third Reich while their families were being persecuted?In this episode, we dive into:• The true story behind "Hitler’s Jewish Soldiers."• How Hitler "Aryanized" high-ranking officers to keep them in power.• The "Case Against Christ": Bryan’s controversial academic response to Lee Strobel.• Overcoming ADHD and dyslexia to become a Yale and Cambridge scholar.Connect with Bryan: https://bryanmarkrigg.com/#WorldWarII #WWIIHistory #Holocaust #HitlersJewishSoldiers#BryanRigg #NaziGermany #MilitaryHistory #JewishMessiah #LeeStrobel #Mischlinge #HistoricalResearch #YaleUniversity #CambridgeUniversity #ADHDSuccessStories
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    1 hr and 59 mins
  • How American Propaganda Really Works | Reverse Engineering Media Manipulation| EP#187

    How American Propaganda Really Works | Reverse Engineering Media Manipulation| EP#187
    Mar 6 2026
    Michelle Stiles, author of One Idea to Rule Them All: Reverse Engineering American Propaganda, joins the podcast to break down how propaganda shapes public opinion in the United States. We explore the history of propaganda from World War I to modern social media, how elites influence narratives, and why truth in politics can take decades to uncover.If you've ever wondered how media narratives are formed, how propaganda evolved, and how public opinion is engineered, this conversation connects the dots.Michelle’s Website: https://smartsheepe.com/#propaganda #americanpropaganda #mediamanipulation #politics #history #socialmedia #publicopinion
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    1 hr and 46 mins