The Rainbo Podcast

• A Field Guide to the Unseen: Exploring energy, spirit, and the science of sensitivity with Tonya

  Tonya recounts a night in Japan that transformed from a peaceful evening into an unforgettable—and initiatory experience. In this solo episode, she shares a “haunting” and transformative experience at the base of Mount Fuji that took her from fear to remembrance. What seems like a ghost story unravelled into a deep energetic initiation - one that reminded her of the power of sensitivity, the intelligence of the land, and the reality of unseen forces. Through her personal story, Tonya reflects on how sensitivity can be a gift rather than a flaw and why fear is often the very thing that fuels darkness.Weaving together spirituality, science, consciousness studies, and animist worldviews, Tonya explores what it means to be a highly sensitive person in a world that doesn't always understand subtle perception. She offers frameworks to make sense of psychic experiences, shares lessons on how to protect your energy, and reminds us that we are never truly alone in the mystery. This episode is an invitation to trust your knowing, honor the wisdom of the land, and reconnect with the light that lives within us all.Topics Covered:Tonya’s spiritual and energetic encounter in a haunted Japanese forestLearning to trust your sensitivity as a superpower, not a flawHow fear feeds darkness—and how light can reclaim our powerNeurodivergence and heightened perception: why “too much” might actually be a giftThe reality of psychic phenomena (or “psi”) - from clairvoyance to mediumshipAnimist worldviews and the sacred intelligence of landHonoring ritual, intention, and prayer as energetic technologiesResources Mentioned:Rupert Sheldrake – British biologist and author known for his theory of morphic resonanceDean Radin – Parapsychologist and author exploring psychic phenomena and consciousnessFrontiers in Psychology (2023 Study) – Research mentioned exploring neurodivergence and heightened perceptionhttps://psycnet.apa.org/record/2018-24699-001Connect with Tonya:Follow Tonya on Instagram: @tonyapapanikoloveSign up for Tonya’s NewsletterLearn abouInstructions to Win a Bundle of Rainbo Products - Leave us Ratings and Reviews: (Or watch the video instructions here) Go to Spotify and search “The Rainbo Podcast” Follow the Show and Rate the Show on Spotify, and take a screenshot Go to Apple Podcasts Search “The Rainbo Podcast” Scroll down past a few episodes until you get to the “Write a Review” section Write your review and screenshot before you hit Submit, as Apple’s system can take a while to publish Send the Spotify screenshot and Apple review screenshot to [email protected] Be sure to go back to Apple Podcasts and hit submit on your review We’ll pull a winner at the end of the month once we verify that your ratings/review went through to win a bundle of tinctures! We’ll contact you if you win so you can select your bundle of choice Check out all our bundles at https://rainbo.com/pages/bundles. Thanks and good luck!

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• From the Bed Sheets to the Spreadsheets: Love, Business, and Conscious Partnership

  What happens when love and business collide in a conscious, intentional way? In this special and intimate episode, Tonya sits down with her partner Simon Chantry—her husband who is an entrepreneur, musician, and engineer—to talk about their seven year journey as romantic partners and now also working side by side in the world of wellness entrepreneurship.This episode dives into what it really looks like to build a business together while preserving the sacredness of a relationship. Tonya and Simon reflect on the challenges and gifts of sharing both boardrooms and bathtubs, blending spreadsheets with soul work, and maintaining emotional polarity and intimacy along the way.From early meditations to bathtub therapy, from Simon’s digital currency background to the soulful vision of Rainbo, they open up about navigating boundaries, honoring each other's strengths, and fostering a culture of wholeness—both in their company and in their love. This episode is packed with golden insights on masculine and feminine energy, conscious relating, self-work, and co-creating a life of purpose.Topics Covered:Tonya and Simon’s morning practices and meditations togetherSimon’s journey from engineer and crypto entrepreneur to conscious business builderWhy they were cautious before working together and how they made it workNavigating polarity and intimacy in romantic and business partnershipsMasculine and feminine energetics in work and loveConscious relationship tools: bathtub therapy, eye gazing, community supportThe importance of self-awareness and emotional regulationThe sacred space between individuality and shared purposeAdvice for couples considering building something togetherConnect with Tonya:Follow Tonya on IG: @tonyapapanikoloveSign up for Tonya’s NewsletterLearn about the Ethereal Reset Retreat in GreeceRainbo IG: @rainbomushroomsrainbo.comInstructions to Win a Bundle of Rainbo Products - Leave us Ratings and Reviews: (Or watch the video instructions here) Go to Spotify and search “The Rainbo Podcast” Follow the Show and Rate the Show on Spotify, and take a screenshot Go to Apple Podcasts Search “The Rainbo Podcast” Scroll down past a few episodes until you get to the “Write a Review” section Write your review and screenshot before you hit Submit, as Apple’s system can take a while to publish Send the Spotify screenshot and Apple review screenshot to [email protected] Be sure to go back to Apple Podcasts and hit submit on your review We’ll pull a winner at the end of the month once we verify that your ratings/review went through to win a bundle of tinctures! We’ll contact you if you win so you can select your bundle of choice Check out all our bundles at https://rainbo.com/pages/bundles. Thanks and good luck!

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• Emotional Freedom and Reclaiming Self-Worth with Lisa May Francisco

  What if the biggest transformation of your life comes from simply allowing yourself to be seen? In this episode, Lisa May Francisco takes us on a journey of deep self-inquiry, healing, and stepping into her most authentic self. From navigating the pressures of cultural expectations to embracing spirituality and feminine embodiment, Lisa shares how she found emotional freedom and reclaimed her self-worth.If you’ve ever struggled with self-doubt, fear of being seen, or feeling disconnected from your true self, this conversation is a beautiful reminder that the path to freedom starts with embracing every part of your journey.Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform.Topics Covered:Lisa’s journey from corporate to spiritual entrepreneurshipThe fear of being seen and how it keeps us playing smallUnderstanding and breaking subconscious patterns of self-sabotageEFT tapping as a tool for emotional freedom and self-worthThe interplay between masculine and feminine energy in healingReclaiming the mother archetype and working with goddess energyThe power of Kundalini yoga and breathwork in clearing blocksHow to create space for reflection and self-inquiry in a busy lifeEmbracing both the light and shadow aspects of transformationShifting from "fixing" yourself to allowing and accepting your wholenessGuest Info:Instagram: @sacredfemmealchemy  Sacred Femme Alchemy Podcast Free EFT tapping video to heal relationshipsDonation-based EFT linkConnect with Tonya:Follow Tonya on Instagram: @tonyapapanikoloveSign up for Tonya’s NewsletterInstructions to Win a Bundle of Rainbo Products - Leave us Ratings and Reviews: (Or watch the video instructions here) Go to Spotify and search “The Rainbo Podcast” Follow the Show and Rate the Show on Spotify, and take a screenshot Go to Apple Podcasts Search “The Rainbo Podcast” Scroll down past a few episodes until you get to the “Write a Review” section Write your review and screenshot before you hit Submit, as Apple’s system can take a while to publish Send the Spotify screenshot and Apple review screenshot to [email protected] Be sure to go back to Apple Podcasts and hit submit on your review We’ll pull a winner at the end of the month once we verify that your ratings/review went through to win a bundle of tinctures! We’ll contact you if you win so you can select your bundle of choice Check out all our bundles at https://rainbo.com/pages/bundles. Thanks and good luck!

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• Love, Death, and Psychedelics: A Journey Through Healing and Grief with Michael Sanders

  What happens when a high-achieving corporate executive, obsessed with movement and success, reaches complete burnout? For Michael Sanders, the answer came in the form of a life-changing experience deep in the Amazon rainforest. In this episode, Michael shares his incredible transformation—from a driven advertising VP and startup founder to an explorer of consciousness, author, and advocate for decentralized technologies.Michael takes us through his intense personal journey of pushing himself to the limit, only to find healing through meditation, play, and ultimately, an ayahuasca ceremony that completely rewired his perception of love, reality, and existence. He describes his vivid encounters with otherworldly beings, his realization that love is the fundamental force of the universe, and how that understanding has shaped his life ever since.We also explore how his psychedelic experiences influenced his path into blockchain and Web3, leading him to work alongside Ethereum’s founder, Vitalik Buterin. Finally, Michael opens up about his father’s unexpected passing and how a deeply personal mushroom ceremony allowed him to grieve, heal generational wounds, and release years of stored shame from his body.Join the Ethereal Reset in Greece:Learn about the Ethereal Reset Retreat in GreeceJoin Ethereal Reset or Book a Call Resources Mentioned:Ayahuasca: An Executive’s Enlightenment by Michael SandersGuest Info:Learn more about Michael: michaelsanders.co,  @michaelsanders.co, @_michaelsanders, LinkedInConnect with Tonya:Follow Tonya on Instagram: @tonyapapanikoloveSign up for Tonya’s NewsletterLearn about the Ethereal Reset Retreat in GreeceJoin Ethereal Reset or Book a Call to find out moreRainbo.comFollow RainbInstructions to Win a Bundle of Rainbo Products - Leave us Ratings and Reviews: (Or watch the video instructions here) Go to Spotify and search “The Rainbo Podcast” Follow the Show and Rate the Show on Spotify, and take a screenshot Go to Apple Podcasts Search “The Rainbo Podcast” Scroll down past a few episodes until you get to the “Write a Review” section Write your review and screenshot before you hit Submit, as Apple’s system can take a while to publish Send the Spotify screenshot and Apple review screenshot to [email protected] Be sure to go back to Apple Podcasts and hit submit on your review We’ll pull a winner at the end of the month once we verify that your ratings/review went through to win a bundle of tinctures! We’ll contact you if you win so you can select your bundle of choice Check out all our bundles at https://rainbo.com/pages/bundles. Thanks and good luck!

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• Rewriting my Personal Mythology: What my Body & Dreams Taught me about Transformation

  Rewriting my Personal Mythology: What my Body & Dreams Taught me about TransformationEpisode Summary:In this introspective first episode of 2025, Tonya shares her profound personal transformation journey that began in September 2024. She recounts how facilitating the Ethereal Reset retreat in Greece catalyzed profound internal shifts, leading to a period of intense physical and spiritual cleansing and the re-writing of her personal mythology. Key moments include:What Personal Mythology is and why it's important we evaluate the myths we live byA spontaneous 5-day water fast combined with parasite cleansingAncestral healing: A powerful quantum coaching session that cleared 13 generations of ancestral limiting beliefsA mystical encounter with her spirit animal, the hummingbird, marking a significant timeline shiftRevelations through dream work and the Gene Keys, particularly connecting with the 22nd gene key of GraceA transformative dream experience and how to practice Dream IncubationTonya discusses how these experiences coincided with Pluto’s shift into Aquarius, marking the beginning of a transformative 44-year era. She explores the concept of “spiritual emergency” as described by Stanislav Grof, suggesting that many non-ordinary states of consciousness are evolutionary crises rather than mental illness.The episode concludes with Tonya’s emerging new personal mythology centered on grace, courage, and living through the heart. She hints at upcoming offerings and invites listeners interested in walking similar transformative paths to join her newsletter for updates.Join the Ethereal Reset retreat in Greece this June 2025Newsletter sign upFollow Me:Follow me on Instagram: @tonyapapanikolove Follow Rainbo on Instagram: @rainbomushrooms Shop Rainbo: rainbo.com Instructions to Win a Bundle of Rainbo Products - Leave us Ratings and Reviews: (Or watch the video instructions here)Go to Spotify and search “The Rainbo Podcast”Follow the Show and Rate the Show on Spotify, and take a screenshotInstructions to Win a Bundle of Rainbo Products - Leave us Ratings and Reviews: (Or watch the video instructions here) Go to Spotify and search “The Rainbo Podcast” Follow the Show and Rate the Show on Spotify, and take a screenshot Go to Apple Podcasts Search “The Rainbo Podcast” Scroll down past a few episodes until you get to the “Write a Review” section Write your review and screenshot before you hit Submit, as Apple’s system can take a while to publish Send the Spotify screenshot and Apple review screenshot to [email protected] Be sure to go back to Apple Podcasts and hit submit on your review We’ll pull a winner at the end of the month once we verify that your ratings/review went through to win a bundle of tinctures! We’ll contact you if you win so you can select your bundle of choice Check out all our bundles at https://rainbo.com/pages/bundles. Thanks and good luck!

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