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...
79. Use Life’s Sh*t Moments as Creative Fertilizer with Pia Leichter
Sex, Drugs, & Soul
1 hour 3 minutes
4 months ago
79. Use Life’s Sh*t Moments as Creative Fertilizer with Pia Leichter
This week, I chat with Pia Leichter, an artist and embodiment guide, to explore how creativity, play, and ritual have helped both of us move through life’s biggest transitions. We talked about the beauty of death ceremonies, romanticizing life, the power of stillness, and how tuning into our bodies can guide us through grief, joy, and everything in between. Some of what we explored: ✦ How creativity opens up when we stop trying to control everything ✦ How pleasure can be a guide, not just a g...
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...