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...
From Ink to Canvas: How Recovery Catalyzed Jon McKenzie's Artistic Evolution
Sex, Drugs, & Soul
51 minutes
4 weeks ago
From Ink to Canvas: How Recovery Catalyzed Jon McKenzie's Artistic Evolution
This week, Austin-based artist Jon McKenzie is on the pod! We explore how creativity becomes emotional nutrition, the importance of expressing your voice in a noisy world, his thoughts on AI, and how recovery ignited a new level of purpose and dedication to his craft. Timestamps: 00:00 — Introduction: From tattoos to artistry & recovery 02:00 — How Jon’s apprenticeship shaped his creative ethos 04:00 — Getting sober in Austin & the turning point that changed everything 07:45 — The fi...
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...
