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EVEN MORE about this episode!What if peace isn’t something we wait for—but something we practice, one note, one prayer, one loving choice at a time? In this moving episode, Julie Ryan sits down with James Twyman—the renowned “Peace Troubadour”—to explore how music, prayer, and spiritual devotion can become powerful bridges to healing and unity. James shares extraordinary stories of bringing sacred melodies into conflict zones, revealing how sound and intention can soften hearts and transform even the most divided spaces.Together, they reflect on the timeless wisdom of St. Francis of Assisi, the idea that singing is a form of prayer, and how an individual’s commitment to love can ripple outward into the world. The conversation weaves through personal stories, spiritual mentors, and the beauty and challenges of inclusive community living at Namaste Village in Mexico.You’ll also discover fascinating insights into synchronized peace meditations, energetic vortices, numerical spirit communication, and non-duality—offering a glimpse into how collective intention supports healing on a global scale. Soulful, inspiring, and deeply relevant, this episode invites you to remember that peace is not passive—it’s a living, breathing practice we each carry within us.Guest Biography:James F. Twyman is a global peace activist, New York Times bestselling author, musician, filmmaker, and Franciscan Episcopal priest who has spent more than three decades leading millions of people in synchronized peace meditations around the world. He has written 24 books—including The Moses Code—recorded 22 music albums with over 350,000 copies sold, and directed or produced seven feature films, including the award-winning Redwood Highway. James is also the founder of Namaste Village, an interfaith spiritual community in Ajijic, Mexico, where people from around the world gather in a shared vision of unity and transformation. Today, his work focuses on healing one of the greatest challenges of our time—polarization—through his book I Don’t Know, Maybe, I Love You and a growing movement dedicated to bridging divides, fostering understanding, and empowering individuals to become agents of unity in a fractured world.Episode Chapters:(0:00:01) - Spiritual Transformation Through Music & Peace(0:10:44) - The Power of Prayer and Peace(0:21:28) - Music, Peace, and Spiritual Connection(0:33:27) - The Power of Community and Vortexes(0:38:08) - The Power of Numerical Spirit Communication➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Español YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Português YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Deutsch YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Français YouTube✏️Ask Julie a Question!🌟Follow on Instagram!Please join Julie next week with your question.Thursdays at 8pm ET, 7pm CT, 5pm PT.https://askjulieryanshow.comAnd, please leave a five-star review and subscribe so you can hear all the new episodes.Sponsors & RecommendationsDisclaimer: This show is for informational purposes only. It is not intended to be medical, psychological, financial or legal advice. Please contact a licensed professional. The Ask Julie Ryan show, Julie Ryan, and all parties involved in producing, recording and distributing it assume no responsibility for listener’s actions based on any information heard on this or any Ask Julie Ryan shows or podcasts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

EVEN MORE about this episode!Can trauma live in the body long after the story has faded—and even be passed down through generations? In this powerful episode, Julie Ryan sits down with trauma expert Dr. Aimie Apigian to explore how trauma is stored not just in the mind, but deep within our biology. Drawing on cutting-edge science and lived experience, Dr. Aimie reveals how inherited trauma can shape stress responses, health patterns, and emotional regulation through epigenetics and cellular memory.We also uncover the surprising links between food, movement, and trauma recovery—why certain foods feel comforting, why others leave us anxious or overstimulated, and how everyday choices like caffeine and inactivity quietly fuel adrenaline and stress. Dr. Aimie explains how gentle movement and intentional nutrition can help release stored stress and restore a sense of safety in the body.Through real-world stories, including a veteran who pushed beyond his limits, this conversation highlights the delicate balance between stress and rest, resilience and recovery. With practical tools and compassionate insight, this episode empowers you to listen to your body, rebuild trust from the inside out, and step into a more grounded, regulated version of yourself.Guest Biography:Dr. Aimie Apigian is a double board-certified physician in Preventive and Addiction Medicine with master’s degrees in biochemistry and public health, known for revolutionizing trauma healing by revealing how trauma is stored in the body’s cells—not just the mind. Her bestselling book The Biology of Trauma (with a foreword by Gabor Maté) reframes how we understand the physiological impact of trauma and the body’s capacity for healing. Inspired by adopting a child during medical school, Dr. Aimie developed a science-based, integrative approach to trauma recovery, which she now shares through practitioner trainings, international speaking, her podcast, and YouTube channel—bridging functional medicine, attachment theory, and trauma therapy to demonstrate that true healing of mind, body, and biology is possible.Episode Chapters:(0:00:01) - Healing Trauma Through Science and Spirituality(0:17:07) - Foods That Discharge Adrenaline(0:33:22) - Understanding Stress, Rest, and Growth(0:37:15) - Understanding Trauma's Biological and Spiritual Impact(0:51:55) - Healing Trauma Through Ancestral Reincarnation➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Español YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Português YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Deutsch YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Français YouTube✏️Ask Julie a Question!🌟Follow on Instagram!Please join Julie next week with your question.Thursdays at 8pm ET, 7pm CT, 5pm PT.https://askjulieryanshow.comAnd, please leave a five-star review and subscribe so you can hear all the new episodes.Sponsors & RecommendationsDisclaimer: This show is for informational purposes only. It is not intended to be medical, psychological, financial or legal advice. Please contact a licensed professional. The Ask Julie Ryan show, Julie Ryan, and all parties involved in producing, recording and distributing it assume no responsibility for listener’s actions based on any information heard on this or any Ask Julie Ryan shows or podcasts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

EVEN MORE about this episode!What if brain fog could lift instantly—simply by restoring the body’s natural balance? In this powerful first episode of 2026, Julie works live with Emily from Pennsylvania, whose cloudy thinking clears in real time when energetic estrogen is introduced into her system. Julie explains why bioidentical hormones—chemically identical to what our bodies produce when healthy and fertile—can make all the difference, and why synthetic alternatives often fall short.The healings continue across continents as Elizabeth in Florida receives an extraordinary energetic protocol for a rare cancer, including lymphatic cleansing, stem cell energy, and multi-strand DNA reconfiguration. Julie describes toxins spinning out like reverse osmosis and new lymph nodes regenerating through energetic vortices, offering insight, hope, and practical guidance for navigating a long-term health journey.This episode also brings a heartfelt moment of pet communication when Jeannie from Ohio connects with her recently transitioned dog, Teddy—who delivers very specific guidance, including encouragement to adopt a new male puppy (and even names him!). From hormones and cancer support to mold exposure, kidney stones, pet messages, and a surprise $750 session giveaway, this episode perfectly blends spirituality with practicality—showing how real-time intuitive healing can create profound, life-changing shifts.Episode Chapters:(0:00:00) - Welcome Back: First Show of 2026(0:02:58) - Emily's Brain Fog and Hormone Healing (0:10:00) - Elizabeth's Rare Cancer Protocol (0:17:00) - Michelle's Mold Exposure Discovery (0:22:00) - Spirit Guide Messages for Cheryl (0:25:00) - Lisa's Consciousness Expansion Journey (0:34:00) - Jeannie's Message from Teddy the Dog (0:42:00) - Free Session Winner Announcement (0:45:00) - Jennifer's Back and Disc Healing (UK) (0:48:00) - Michael's Kidney Stones and Hip Pain(0:53:00) - Molly's Career and Financial Guidance➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Español YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Português YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Deutsch YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Français YouTube✏️Ask Julie a Question!🌟Follow on Instagram!Please join Julie next week with your question.Thursdays at 8pm ET, 7pm CT, 5pm PT.https://askjulieryanshow.comAnd, please leave a five-star review and subscribe so you can hear all the new episodes.Sponsors & RecommendationsDisclaimer: This show is for informational purposes only. It is not intended to be medical, psychological, financial or legal advice. Please contact a licensed professional. The Ask Julie Ryan show, Julie Ryan, and all parties involved in producing, recording and distributing it assume no responsibility for listener’s actions based on any information heard on this or any Ask Julie Ryan shows or podcasts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

EVEN MORE about this episode!What if your greatest hardships were the doorway to discovering how the body truly heals? In this powerful episode, Julie Ryan sits down with health pioneer Udo Erasmus, who shares his extraordinary journey from being separated from his mother during wartime to becoming a global voice in holistic nutrition and wellness. Udo reveals how early trauma, a life-altering experience with pesticide poisoning, and deep study of biology and psychology led him to question conventional medicine—and uncover the profound healing role of nutrition, especially healthy fats.Together, we dive into the misunderstood world of essential fatty acids, unraveling the truth about omega-3s, omega-6s, and how modern food processing has quietly undermined our health. Udo offers practical, eye-opening guidance on choosing and using oils, honoring traditional food wisdom, and preserving the life force in what we eat—wisdom that can immediately change the way you nourish your body.But this conversation goes far beyond food. Udo explores the spiritual dimensions of health, the vitality found in fresh and living foods, and lifestyle practices like intermittent fasting that help restore harmony between body, mind, and spirit. Blending science, soul, and lived experience, this episode offers a holistic roadmap for reclaiming vitality, purpose, and true well-being. If you’re ready to rethink health from the inside out, this conversation is not to be missed.Guest Biography:Udo Erasmus is a pioneering health and wellness expert whose work spans more than four decades, widely recognized as a leading voice in the Healthy Fats and Oils movement. He helped raise global manufacturing standards for food oils, including flax oil, and co-founded Udo’s Choice in 1994, now a world-renowned brand specializing in healthy oils, probiotics, digestive enzymes, and greens. An accomplished author, Udo wrote the bestselling book Fats That Heal, Fats That Kill, with over 250,000 copies sold. With a background in biochemistry, biology, and a master’s degree in counseling psychology, Udo has influenced millions worldwide through his clear, integrative approach to achieving optimal health.Episode Chapters:(0:00:01) - Exploring Healing Beyond Medical Industry(0:11:02) - Essential Fatty Acids and Health(0:19:18) - Optimal Cooking Oils and Techniques(0:32:07) - Optimal Oil Choices for Health(0:39:32) - Optimal Health and Spiritual Wisdom➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Español YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Português YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Deutsch YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Français YouTube✏️Ask Julie a Question!🌟Follow on Instagram!Please join Julie next week with your question.Thursdays at 8pm ET, 7pm CT, 5pm PT.https://askjulieryanshow.comAnd, please leave a five-star review and subscribe so you can hear all the new episodes.Sponsors & RecommendationsDisclaimer: This show is for informational purposes only. It is not intended to be medical, psychological, financial or legal advice. Please contact a licensed professional. The Ask Julie Ryan show, Julie Ryan, and all parties involved in producing, recording and distributing it assume no responsibility for listener’s actions based on any information heard on this or any Ask Julie Ryan shows or podcasts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

EVEN MORE about this episode!What if true health begins by returning to nature’s original design? In this eye-opening episode, Julie Ryan sits down with Udo Erasmus—renowned nutrition pioneer and champion of healthy fats—to explore how modern life has pulled us away from the wisdom of the natural world. From Udo’s life-altering experience with pesticide poisoning to his groundbreaking discoveries about oils, digestion, and cellular health, this conversation challenges everything you think you know about food, wellness, and vitality.Together, we dive into why processed foods, indoor living, and even common lifestyle habits may be working against our bodies—and how simple shifts toward plant-based eating, natural spices, and honoring the body’s design can support immunity, clarity, and long-term well-being. Udo also shares powerful insights about fear, personal sovereignty, and the importance of questioning narratives around health so you can make informed, empowered choices for yourself.Woven throughout the conversation is Udo’s remarkable personal story—from surviving the chaos of World War II to receiving profound moments of insight that shaped his life’s mission. This episode bridges nutrition, consciousness, and spiritual awareness, offering a compelling invitation to reconnect with nature, trust your inner guidance, and rediscover what it truly means to live in harmony with your body and the world around you.Guest Biography:Udo Erasmus is a pioneering health and wellness expert whose work spans more than four decades, widely recognized as a leading voice in the Healthy Fats and Oils movement. He helped raise global manufacturing standards for food oils, including flax oil, and co-founded Udo’s Choice in 1994, now a world-renowned brand specializing in healthy oils, probiotics, digestive enzymes, and greens. An accomplished author, Udo wrote the bestselling book Fats That Heal, Fats That Kill, with over 250,000 copies sold. With a background in biochemistry, biology, and a master’s degree in counseling psychology, Udo has influenced millions worldwide through his clear, integrative approach to achieving optimal health.Episode Chapters:(0:00:01) - Living in Harmony With Nature(0:07:50) - Seeking Truth and Living Authentically(0:24:45) - Harnessing Solar Energy for Health(0:38:28) - Discovering Purpose Through Life's Challenges(0:44:16) - Immigrating to Canada From Europe➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Español YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Português YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Deutsch YouTube➡️Subscribe to Ask Julie Ryan Français YouTube✏️Ask Julie a Question!🌟Follow on Instagram!Please join Julie next week with your question.Thursdays at 8pm ET, 7pm CT, 5pm PT.https://askjulieryanshow.comAnd, please leave a five-star review and subscribe so you can hear all the new episodes.Sponsors & RecommendationsDisclaimer: This show is for informational purposes only. It is not intended to be medical, psychological, financial or legal advice. Please contact a licensed professional. The Ask Julie Ryan show, Julie Ryan, and all parties involved in producing, recording and distributing it assume no responsibility for listener’s actions based on any information heard on this or any Ask Julie Ryan shows or podcasts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.