The 17th Century Is Back—Monarchs, “Witches,” and the Politics of Fear
Link to our guest:https://www.findmyenergy.co.uk/What if the seventeenth century wasn’t a distant chapter in history—but a mirror for the world we live in today?The 17th Century Is Back—Monarchs, “Witches,” and the Politics of FearIn this episode, Philipp Kobald sits down with historian Katie Dean, PhD, to explore why the 17th century feels so unsettlingly familiar. Together, they examine a period marked by collapsing monarchies, religious extremism, witch hunts, and societies ruled by fear and superstition—and why these patterns are resurfacing now.This is not a nostalgic trip into the past. It’s a map of how fear shapes civilizations, how women became targets when they stepped into power, and how trauma—and the systems built on it—continue to influence modern society.It’s a conversation about history, psychology, spirituality, and human behavior in times of chaos.What You’ll LearnWhy the 17th century mirrors today’s political and social climateHow power, panic, and accusations of “witchcraft” were used as political toolsWhy superstition rises during moments of instabilityThe emotional + societal cost of living in an age defined by fearHow healing trauma changes societal structures more than ideology ever couldWhy studying history is essential in chaotic times—not optionalMemorable Quotes“Superstition replaces spirituality the moment fear enters the room.” —Philipp Kobald“If we’re going to survive this next transition, healing trauma matters more than ideology.” —Katie Dean, PhDAbout the GuestKatie Dean, PhD earned her doctorate in History from Cambridge University and later developed a healing and self-reconnection system using sacred geometry and color. She bridges academic insight with a holistic understanding of trauma, spirituality, and the human experience.🎧 Watch the full conversation on the @HolisticCircle YouTube channel.CHAPTERS00:00 Introduction and Female Empowerment in War00:28 Welcome to Holistic Circle Podcast02:06 Guest Introduction: Katie Dean02:25 Katie's Journey: From Academia to Healing03:10 Sacred Geometry and Healing Frequencies05:42 Diving into History: The 17th Century England09:17 Religious Turmoil and the Reformation17:12 Power, Control, and Superstition30:04 Superstitions and Witchcraft in History31:37 Spirituality vs. Superstition34:19 Historical Trauma and Societal Pressure34:56 Religious Turmoil and Power Struggles37:43 Women's Rights and Roles in History42:10 The Quakers' Influence45:54 The Shift to Rationality and Science55:39 Healing Trauma for a Better Future#17thcentury #historyrepeatsitself #witchhunts #traumahealing #philippkobald #holisticcircle #awakeningjourney #spiritualconversationP 78/25 (E 0096) Nov 12. 2026
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From Wall Street to Soul Healing: Science Meets Spirituality
Kristine Genovese spent years turning around corporations. Today, she helps people turn around their lives. From Wall Street to Soul Healing: Science Meets Spirituality. In this conversation with Philipp Kobald, she opens up about the surprising bridge between business logic and soul intelligence. Together they explore how emotions are stored in the body, why modern medicine struggles to accept energy work, and how consciousness itself may become our next frontier — in healing and in AI.🔑 Key Takeaways How emotion, frequency, and the body form one intelligent system of healing. Why modern medicine treats symptoms instead of root causes — and how that’s changing. The corporate mindset Kristine left behind and the soul intelligence she discovered. How AI’s evolution could push us to reinvest in consciousness. What it really means to bring science and spirituality into one clear conversation.💬 Quotes“Emotion is energy in motion — when it’s no longer in motion, that’s when disease begins.” — Kristine Genovese“To unlock AI’s full potential, we’ll have to upgrade ourselves first.” — Philipp Kobald🎙️ Guest BioKristine Genovese — known as Spiritual Gangster — is the creator of the Soul Intelligence Method, a bioenergetic healing practice that bridges emotional, mental, and physical well-being.🔗 Links www.soulintelligencemethod.com https://a.co/d/7NSROfn www.holisticcircle.org🏷️ Hashtags#spiritualconversations #holisticcircle #philippkobald #energyhealing #mindbodyconnection #consciousness #spiritualityandscience #healingjourney #groundedspiritualityP 74 25 (E0092) Okt 08 2025
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Why Modern Birth Lost Its Magic (and How to Get It Back)
What happens when we try to control the most natural act on Earth?In this deeply human conversation, Philipp Kobald sits with Kiley Tkaczyk Jones—a pre-conception, birth, and postpartum doula—to explore the mystery, surrender, and raw spirituality of giving birth.Together, they question how modern medicine has turned birth into a procedure instead of a passage—and what it would mean to bring back trust, ritual, and consciousness to the beginning of life. In short, Why Modern Birth Lost Its Magic (and How to Get It Back)This episode isn’t only about childbirth—it’s about letting go, learning to trust the unknown, and remembering that some transitions in life can’t be planned. They can only be lived.💬 Key Takeaways Why the real power of birth lies in surrender, not control How modern systems disconnect women from their intuition What birth reveals about fear, death, and awakening Why rebuilding the “village” around mothers matters more than ever How “containing discomfort” becomes the first spiritual lesson of parenthood🧘♀️ Memorable Quotes“The baby’s coming. You’re not stopping it. You’re not slowing it down.” — Kiley Tkaczyk Jones“If you have a spiritual podcast and don’t talk about giving birth—what are you talking about?” — Philipp KobaldWatch the full conversation on the @HolisticCircle YouTube channel — where spirituality meets the real world, with no filter.Guest Bio:Kiley Tkaczyk Jones is a pre-conception, birth, and postpartum doula supporting families both in-person and virtually through pregnancy, childbirth, and early parenthood. She helps women reclaim trust in their intuition and embrace the sacred chaos of becoming.https://www.doulakiley.comwww.doulakiley.comYou Can’t Schedule God: The Sacred Chaos of Giving BirthCHAPTERS 00:00 The Unstoppable Arrival: Introduction to Birth 00:19 Meet Kiley: A Journey in Birth Work 03:11 Spirituality and Birth: A Deep Connection 05:21 The Role of Conscious Decision-Making in Birth 08:49 Support Systems: The Importance of Community in Birth 31:07 Supporting Individual Journeys 31:53 The Importance of Engagement 33:33 Cultural Perspectives on Birth and Death 36:29 The Role of Doulas 46:49 Men's Involvement in Birth#birthjourney #doulasupport #consciousparenting #postpartumcare #pregnancysupport #motherhood #birthexperience #homebirth #healingjourneyP 73 25 (E 00091) - Oct 08, 2025
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Everyday Divinity: Dr. Sarah Young on Faith, Healing & Embodiment
What if your daily commute, a tough conversation, or even a moment of frustration could become part of your spiritual practice?In this grounded and heartfelt episode, host Philipp Kobald sits with Dr. Sarah Young—a medical speech pathologist, minister, and PhD in quantum integrative medicine—to talk about how spirituality lives in the everyday, not just on the meditation cushion.Together they explore how to bring faith into ordinary life: forgiving instead of reacting, breathing through stress, and letting love guide small decisions that slowly reshape how we move through the world.✨ You’ll Learn: How to turn daily challenges into opportunities for healing and awareness. Why spirituality without embodiment can feel hollow. Simple, practical ways to live divinity through presence and compassion. How science and faith meet in integrative healing. Why gentleness and patience can be forms of spiritual strength.🗣️Memorable Quotes“All the work I do is in service to the love and the light that is, that is of God.” —Dr. Sarah Young“You’re helping them re-harmonize.” —Philipp KobaldDr. Sarah Young bridges medicine and spirituality to help people reconnect body, mind, and soul in real life. She is a medical speech pathologist, ordained minister through the Movement of Spiritual Inner Awareness (2010), and holds a PhD in quantum integrative medicine.🙏 Watch the full conversation on the @HolisticCircle YouTube channel for a conversation for those tired of pretending spirituality and daily life are separate worlds.Guest Link:Www.NeuroSynergyhealth.comBook: 00:00 Introduction and Personal Journey 00:27 Welcome to Holistic Circle Podcast 01:43 Meet Dr. Sarah Young 03:26 Spirituality and Life's Purpose 06:42 Holistic Healing and Integrative Medicine 10:05 Challenges and Overcoming Adversity 11:42 The Importance of Movement and Nutrition 12:53 Holistic Approach to Healing 16:21 Client Concerns and Healing Process 20:56 Personal Transformation and Persistence 27:53 Introduction to Quantum Integrative Medicine 29:28 Understanding Integrative Medicine 31:25 Challenges and Insights in Holistic Healing 33:45 The Role of Nutrition in Brain Health 37:45 Exploring the Concept of the Soul 44:08 The Importance of Connection and Awareness 47:11 Navigating Modern Challenges and Intentional Living 48:19 The Reality of Home Care and Body Work 50:56 Societal Reflections and Personal Growth 54:03 Final Thoughts and Reflections#faithindailylife #everydayspirituality #spiritualpractice #integrativehealing #holisticspirituality #mindbodysoul #dailypractice #holisticcircleP 72 25 (E 0090) - Oct 01, 2025
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Things You Never Knew About Freemasonry
What if Freemasonry was never about secrecy—but about shaping the inner life to endure chaos and seek truth? In this deep conversation, Dr. Christopher Earnshaw, PhD 33°, author of Spiritual Freemasonry, explores the rituals, symbolism, and hidden curriculum of this secret society, and reveals Things You Never Knew About Freemasonry.Together we uncover how freemasons guide seekers from darkness to light—and why its ancient practices are more relevant than ever in a distracted world.🔑 Key Takeaways: The real purpose of Masonic rituals and repetition. How symbolism and shared intention regulate the nervous system. The power of small groups in spiritual transformation. Why true spirituality resists spectacle and status. What Philipp discovered about Chris’s Light Academy in Tokyo.🗣️ “The tools of the craft are not instruments of labor alone, but keys to unlock the temple within.” —Chris Earnshaw📚 Guest Links:Website: https://chris-earnshaw.comchris-earnshaw.comYouTube: Spiritual FreemasonryBook: Spiritual Freemasonry👉 Watch now to explore Freemasonry beyond the myths—only on the Holistic Circle channel. 00:00 – Introduction 01:00 – Freemasonry and Morality: A Peculiar System? 03:00 – Historical Context: Victorian Influence on Freemasonry 06:00 – Spiritual vs Moral Foundations in Freemasonry 09:00 – Structure of Chris’s Upcoming Book on Spiritual Freemasonry 12:00 – Brotherhood, Loneliness, and the Appeal of Freemasonry 14:00 – Seeking Enlightenment and Personal Growth 18:00 – Decline of Influence and Modern Challenges 21:00 – Materialism vs Spirituality in Today’s Society 24:00 – Reawakening the Spiritual Path in Freemasonry#freemasonry #freemasons #masonic #spiritualconversation #holisticcircle #philippkobaldP 69 25 (E00087) Sep 22 2025
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