What do you call a pastor who trades Bible verses for breathwork and starts preaching the gospel of pleasure? In this episode, I chat with Anthony Michael, a former pastor turned tantra teacher, community builder, and “minister of pleasure.” Together, we dive into the intersection of religion, sexuality, and sacred embodiment. From his 17 years in ministry to creating tantric play parties and a thriving conscious community in Houston, Anthony shares the radical journey of transforming guilt i...
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What do you call a pastor who trades Bible verses for breathwork and starts preaching the gospel of pleasure? In this episode, I chat with Anthony Michael, a former pastor turned tantra teacher, community builder, and “minister of pleasure.” Together, we dive into the intersection of religion, sexuality, and sacred embodiment. From his 17 years in ministry to creating tantric play parties and a thriving conscious community in Houston, Anthony shares the radical journey of transforming guilt i...
78. A Squirrel, A Bomb, & The Politics of Laughter with Comedian Tony Casillas
Sex, Drugs, & Soul
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5 months ago
78. A Squirrel, A Bomb, & The Politics of Laughter with Comedian Tony Casillas
In this episode of Sex, Drugs, and Soul, I talk with stand-up comedian Tony Casillas about the courage it takes to be funny when the truth isn't always comfortable. We unpack how personal experiences, from strict religious upbringings to flawed sex education, inform the jokes comedians tell and the deeper truths behind them. From bombing on stage to navigating audience dynamics, this is a conversation about vulnerability, resilience, and using humor to cope with the chaos of being human. Topi...
Sex, Drugs, & Soul
What do you call a pastor who trades Bible verses for breathwork and starts preaching the gospel of pleasure? In this episode, I chat with Anthony Michael, a former pastor turned tantra teacher, community builder, and “minister of pleasure.” Together, we dive into the intersection of religion, sexuality, and sacred embodiment. From his 17 years in ministry to creating tantric play parties and a thriving conscious community in Houston, Anthony shares the radical journey of transforming guilt i...
