Ep. 24 | How First Responders Can Avoid Burnout and PTSD Before It Starts | fmr. SWAT Officer Matt Domyancic
S3 E24 • Mar 19, 2025 • 76 minsJordan Ryan OHara welcomes Matt Domyancic to explore his transition from law enforcement to wellness. They discuss the daily challenges faced by first responders, mental health barriers, and the crucial role of peer support. Matt highlights the need for proactive mental health care and shares his journey to functional and integrative medicine, focusing on preventative care and overcoming legal battles in worker's compensation. The conversation delves into scientific health markers, testosterone therapy, and the importance of sleep. Matt emphasizes wellness practices and community engagement. The episode also introduces Dr. Emily Stone's insights on the benefits and cultural significance of mushrooms in coffee, with a sponsor mention of WindanSea Coffee.
Ep. 23 | Addiction, Alignment & Rebuilding From the Ashes | Navy SEAL & Legionnaire Taylor Cavanaugh
S3 E23 • Mar 12, 2025 • 66 minsIn this episode, Jordan Ryan OHara talks with Taylor Cavanaugh about his journey from military service to personal alignment and coaching. Taylor discusses how parenthood changed his perspective on responsibility and mindset. He shares insights from his experiences in BUDS and the French Foreign Legion, addressing alignment, stress management, and overcoming addiction. The conversation highlights behavior's impact on well-being, Taylor's transition to a balanced life, and his coaching career focused on visualization and goal manifestation. The episode also includes sponsor mentions.
Ep. 22 | Cars, Community & Crafting the Perfect Cup | Alex Gutierrez Unico Coffee
S3 E22 • Mar 5, 2025 • 54 minsJoin Jordan Ryan as he chats with Alex Gutierrez about his unique journey from a military background to founding Unico Coffee Co. Alex shares his initial experiences with coffee and how his passion for cars intertwines with his coffee ventures. Discover the story behind Unico Coffee Co.'s business approach and Alex's espresso setup that draws in customers. They discuss the challenges of pop-up events and navigating city regulations, as well as Alex's future vision for community engagement. The conversation touches on balancing entrepreneurship with personal motivation, leveraging veteran resources, and strategies for organic growth. The episode also includes sponsor mentions.
Ep. 21 | Rewiring the Warrior Mind: NextPeak.org | Navy SEAL Guy McDermott
S3 E21 • Feb 26, 2025 • 85 minsIn this episode, Jordan Ryan sits down with Guy McDermott to delve into his transformative journey from military life to civilian challenges. Guy opens up about his experiences with trauma and emotional hurdles, including drama addiction and the healing process. They discuss the impact of self-narrative and financial perspectives, and highlight the Save a Warrior program's role in cultivating mindfulness. The conversation explores breaking free from cortisol and adrenaline addiction, embracing discomfort, and fostering present moment awareness. Guy shares insights on the warrior mindset, the significance of community with Nextpeak and VFW, and his vision for a renewed VFW.
Ep. 20 | From Bomb Squad to Brain Healing | Navy EOD Tech Branden Vriens
S2 E20 • Feb 5, 2025 • 161 minsIn this episode, Jordan Ryan talks with Branden Vriens about his journey from a Navy career to holistic healing. Branden shares insights from his time as an EOD tech attached to SEAL Team 7, discussing blast trauma, PTSD, and TBI. They explore his transition to civilian life, focusing on heart rate variability, art therapy, and psychedelics in brain injury recovery. Branden also touches on mental health, personal growth, and prayer, while addressing veterans' healthcare challenges and societal issues. The episode wraps up with a discussion on Wind and Sea Coffee products.
Ep. 19 | Surfing Through Adversity: A Champion's Tale | Army Vet Jose Martinez
S2 E19 • Jan 29, 2025 • 110 minsJoin Jordan Ryan as he sits down with Jose Martinez to explore his incredible journey from Compton to becoming a Champion adaptive surfer. Jose shares his experiences overcoming depression, joining the military, and facing the realities of deployment in Afghanistan. A life-changing IED incident led him to explore alternative healing methods, including psychedelics, cannabis, and mushrooms, highlighting their therapeutic benefits. Discover how Jose embraces a mind-body-spirit connection through visualization and surf therapy, which played a crucial role in his recovery and personal growth. The episode wraps up with insights into Jose's online presence and a sponsor mention.
Ep. 18 | From the Cockpit to the Cuckoo's Nest | F-18 Pilot Kegan Gill
S2 E18 • Jan 22, 2025 • 100 minsJourney to Terrapoto, Peru, with Keegan "Smurf" Gill as he shares his transformative Ayahuasca experience. Learn about Keegan's transition from a Navy pilot, navigating air combat and a life-changing ejection incident, to exploring holistic therapies. Delve into the long-term effects of his brain injury, critiques of healthcare, and experiences with the VA. Keegan discusses his escape from mainstream mental health practices and his path to healing through psilocybin and peyote ceremonies. Discover the importance of connection, spiritual experiences, and the evolution of his healing modalities. Keegan's transformation and current work are highlighted as the episode wraps up.
Ep. 17 | Finding Flow Through Creative Expression | Sarah Rose Muzquiz
S2 E17 • Jan 15, 2025 • 71 minsJoin Jordan Ryan as he delves into the fascinating intersection of mushrooms, wellness, and coffee with guest Sarah Muzquiz. The episode explores Sarah's journey from a childhood influenced by alternative treatments to her career transition from engineering to creative wellness. Discover the therapeutic power of creativity and how Sarah combines art with healing through workshops. The conversation touches on mental health, psychedelics, and the importance of community, including insights from blue zones. Sarah shares her approach to overcoming social media challenges and scaling wellness events. The episode concludes with information on following Sarah's work and a word from WindanSea Coffee.
Ep. 16 | Big Pharma, Big Lies, Big Questions | Natty Linquist
S2 E16 • Jan 8, 2025 • 84 minsJordan Ryan welcomes Nathaniel Linquist to discuss the complex interplay of wellness influencers, political movements, and the practices of big pharmaceutical companies. They delve into conspiracy theories surrounding the assassination of UnitedHealth's CEO and government secrecy, exploring the influence of private industries. The conversation touches on the role of social media, challenges of truth in the AI era, and the manufactured left-right societal divide. They examine economic incentives behind conflicts and compare spiritual beliefs in Africa and the West, including supernatural experiences. The episode also explores non-human entities, unique mushroom coffee recipes, and the cultural significance of mushrooms.
Ep. 15 | How Small Changes Create Big Impact | Wellness for Life Swapcast
S2 E15 • Dec 30, 2024 • 49 minsJoin Jordan Ryan on this Wellness for Life Swapcast as he takes you on an inspiring journey from military service to discovering the healing power of alternative wellness. Dive into holistic approaches for veterans navigating life transitions, and see how they stack up against traditional western medicine. Explore the science behind adaptogens in coffee, the benefits of functional mushrooms, and a lively discussion on matcha versus coffee.
Ep. 14 | Jujitsu, Therapy & Pachamama | Army Vet Nick Badis
S2 E14 • Dec 19, 2024 • 79 minsJoin Nick Badis as he shares his transition from military to civilian life, highlighting how jujitsu taught him patience and problem-solving. Discover how his experiences with psychedelics and an Ayahuasca journey in Peru reshaped his views on self-worth and masculinity. Nick discusses integrating compassion and balance into his personal growth, leading to his work in therapy and internal family systems. He also touches on his challenges with the VA, the importance of body awareness, and a fundraiser for a stem cell clinic. Tune in for insights on community support and details about an upcoming event with Dean Lister.
Ep. 13 | MARSOC, Mushrooms & Mission-Driven Coffee | Vibe Science Swapcast
S2 E13 • Dec 11, 2024 • 41 minsJoin Jordan Ryan as he shares his journey from the Navy to becoming a holistic wellness advocate. Discover his transition to plant medicine and the world of adaptogens, including crafting unique mushroom-infused coffee blends. Explore the benefits of functional mushrooms and their cultural impact, enriched by personal experiences and customer testimonials. Jordan emphasizes embracing a holistic lifestyle for wellness, advocating for natural health and veteran mental health. The episode concludes with ways to connect with Jordan for further insights into this innovative fusion of mushrooms and coffee.
Ep. 12 | Surfing the Break: Mushrooms & Healing | Stay Classy Swapcast
S2 E12 • Dec 4, 2024 • 74 minsJoin Jordan Ryan as he delves into the world of plant medicine, surf therapy, and alternative health. This episode explores the therapeutic benefits of surf therapy and the emotional healing it offers, alongside personal reflections on military service and PTSD. Discover the role of functional mushrooms in managing stress and inflammation, and the historical context of stress in military leadership. Uncover the science behind CBD, adaptogens, and medicinal mushrooms, and how they enhance coffee for a holistic lifestyle. The episode also discusses WindanSea Coffee's innovative business model, tackling misconceptions about mushrooms, and their journey towards expansion. Experience insights into recovery, personal growth, and future plans.
Ep. 11 | Golden Teachers: From Combat to Clarity | Army Vet. Luke Simainer
S2 E11 • Nov 13, 2024 • 118 minsJoin Jordan Ryan as he welcomes Luke Siminer, who shares his holistic health journey and insights into the stressors faced by veterans. Luke discusses his transition from military service to founding Vetclaims.ai, detailing his Army experiences and how an injury led him to nursing school and overseas contracting. He emphasizes volunteering, self-discovery, and the lessons learned from a dog's love. Explore entrepreneurial support like the GI Bill, and critiques of the TAPS class. Luke also touches on his CIA and AI industry experiences, balance, and the impact of Golden Teachers mushrooms, offering advice on leveraging veteran resilience post-military.
Ep. 10 | The Rise and Grind of the Coffee King of Cali | Security Halt Swapcast
S2 E10 • Nov 9, 2024 • 62 minsJoin Jordan Ryan and Denny as they explore the intersection of veteran experiences and entrepreneurship. Denny shares his podcasting journey and insights from the Security Hub podcast, focusing on mental health advocacy in the military. Jordan discusses his transition into holistic wellness with adaptogen coffees and the benefits of functional mushrooms, like lion's mane for cognitive enhancement. They cover leveraging educational benefits for business, product crafting, and operational challenges. Hear strategies for expansion, social media automation, and podcasting in marketing. The episode wraps up with advice for veteran entrepreneurs and Wind and Sea Coffee's dedication to veteran health.
Ep. 9 | Military to Mind Expansion | Navy Vet. Jake Finnicum
S2 E9 • Oct 24, 2024 • 95 minsJoin Jordan Ryan as he welcomes Jake Finnicom, who shares his journey from Nebraska to the military. They delve into how 9/11 influenced Jake's ROTC decision, his Navy experiences, and meeting Jordan. The discussion covers life challenges during and after service, enlistment motivations, and special programs insights. Jake discusses transitioning to civilian life and the impact of alternative therapies, especially his Ayahuasca experience in Costa Rica. They explore normalizing these therapies in military and sports, differentiate between therapeutic and recreational psychedelic use, and tackle imposter syndrome and personal growth. The episode closes with Jake's reflections on connecting past experiences to future success.
Ep. 8 | Entrepreneurship, SEAL Mindset & Success | Navy SEAL Ryan Williams
S2 E8 • Oct 23, 2024 • 121 minsJordan Ryan introduces the episode featuring Ryan Williams, who shares his journey from military service to entrepreneurship. They explore the transition from military training to business, including the concept of intrepreneurship. Ryan discusses the importance of knowing your why, his experience as a BUDS instructor, and maintaining mental health during deployments. Topics include diet, fitness, testosterone therapy, and balancing life with cross-disciplinary knowledge. The conversation delves into psychedelics' role in creativity, empathy development, and overcoming business challenges. They discuss personality types, goal pursuit, and learning from failures, emphasizing personal growth, relationship improvement, and recognizing life's signs.
Ep. 7 | Military to Mind Expansion | Navy Vet. Jake Finnicum
S1 E7 • Sep 18, 2024 • 11 minsJordan Ryan opens the episode by addressing common misconceptions and challenges surrounding organic coffee. The conversation shifts to the environmental impact of organic coffee farming, highlighting both its benefits and potential drawbacks. Jordan delves into the complexities of organic certification, discussing how these affect consumer choices and transparency. The discussion broadens to explore alternative certifications and the ethical considerations that come with them, offering listeners a nuanced perspective on coffee sourcing. The episode wraps up with a recap and practical tips for selecting ethically-sourced coffee, empowering listeners to make informed choices.
Ep. 6 | Simplifying Diets & Conquering Self-Doubt | Natty Linquist
S1 E6 • Sep 11, 2024 • 56 minsJordan Ryan kicks off the episode with a message from Wind and Sea Coffee before welcoming Nathaniel Lindquist. They delve into California evictions, simplify health and wellness, and explore diet trends and nutrition education. The discussion covers eating disorders, childhood nutrition, and the influence of pharmaceutical companies. They reflect on COVID-19, trust in institutions, and the role of news versus podcasts. The episode also debates gender-affirming care for minors and discusses Nathaniel's journey from Africa to San Diego. Nathaniel shares insights on soccer, consistency, overcoming imposter syndrome, financial uncertainty, resilience, and diet's impact on mental health.
Ep. 5 | Stress Relief Through Mushroom Coffee | Pi 8
S1 E5 • Sep 4, 2024 • 13 minsJordan Ryan introduces the episode with a brief sponsor message before diving into the authenticity and mission of the Mind Body Mushroom podcast. The discussion begins with an overview of functional mushrooms, distinguishing them from their psychedelic counterparts. Jordan and Pai explore the health benefits of functional mushrooms, particularly their role in stress reduction and overall wellness. They delve into the synergistic relationship between mushrooms and coffee, highlighting how this combination enhances flavor and health benefits. Emphasizing the importance of quality, they discuss what to look for in mushroom products. The episode wraps up with a farewell to guest Pai and closing thoughts.