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Kevin Cann

*Important Content Warning:*

This episode contains explicit discussions of trauma, abuse, and suicide that may be triggering, especially for survivors. Listener discretion is strongly advised. If you are in immediate distress, please seek help right away. In the U.S., contact 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

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Kevin Cann is the Founder of PlatonicSurrealism.com, a framework which integrates insights from philosophy, neuroscience, and lived experience into a practical system for wholeness and transcendence—without toxic cultural baggage. He teaches that AWARENESS and POTENTIALITY are the primal conditions of existence and offers tools for living with clarity, composure, and creative agency.

Kevin is the Author of Platonic Surrealism: A Modern Framework for Meaning Beyond Science and Religion: Underpinnings of Personal Transcendence

It can be purchased here for a whopping $5.99 ($1.99 on Kindle): https://a.co/gfv0b1c

Kevin is the co-author of the third chapter of Jeffrey J. Kripal’s How to Think Impossibly: About Souls, UFOs, Time, Belief, and Everything Else, titled: “That They Are Not Human: Thinking on the Autistic Spectrum.” He is also a retired nuclear engineer for the U.S. Navy, and retired from the University of California as a systems engineer with more than 30 years of experience.

He can also be found on his YouTube channel "Platonic Surrealism": https://www.youtube.com/@UCQOIFxl-X8ZRLrLULzZVBpQ

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*Episode Description*

🌀 Folks, this is your quintessential deep, raw, and emotional experiencer episode, split into two parts. We do not shy away from the shadow here, and boy did Kevin explore the depths of his journey through abuse, trauma, resilience, and transmutation. In part 1 of this interview, this autistic nuclear engineer—who recently taught a course at the renowned Esalen Institute alongside Rice University’s Jeffrey J. Kripal, PhD—touches on his self-developed Platonic Surrealism framework, calling in UFOs, childhood encounters with Egyptian god-like shadow beings, religion, mysticism, Robert Monroe’s concept of “loosh” energy, symbiotic sentient bio-plasma, and who and what we truly are! In Kevin’s own words:

“I knew that I was transcendent awareness from beyond space and time. I knew it always. So, no matter how hard the world was, I was still me. I always knew it. So, nothing could destroy me!” 🌀

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Guest

Cheryl Hopkins

Cheryl is an intuitive astrologer, channel, and Programs Director at The Monroe Institute. For over 30 years, she has guided clients in validating their worth and remembering that they are spiritual beings having a physical experience. Her journey began through a chance astrological consultation that revealed the profound power of astrology as a tool for self-awareness and transformation.

Since then, Cheryl has apprenticed with master teachers, studied with leading astrologers and metaphysical practitioners, and presented at conferences and Astrology University. She has also been featured on podcasts, radio shows, and online summits, offering heart-centered guidance that blends astrology with channeled guidance. At The Monroe Institute, Cheryl designs and directs programs that support consciousness exploration and personal awakening. Her mission is to help others reconnect with their soul essence, embrace their unique gifts, and live with greater clarity, confidence, and purpose.

Contact her at anempoweringastrology@gmail.com for astrological inquiries and monroeinstitute.org for information about Monroe Institute programs!

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Episode Summary

In this interview, Cheryl Hopkins, an intuitive astrologer and Programs Director at The Monroe Institute, shares her journey of spiritual exploration and personal transformation. She discusses her early experiences with astrology and channeling, and the synchronistic journey that led her to The Monroe Institute, where she now designs programs that help individuals explore consciousness beyond the physical body.

Cheryl emphasizes the importance of understanding one's spiritual essence and the transformative power of silence and meditation. The conversation also touches on the significance of astrological events, the evolution of consciousness, and the interconnectedness of humanity with the cosmos. Cheryl's insights highlight the potential for personal growth, the magic of synchronicities, and the importance of exploring and embracing one's unique gifts!

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Chapters

00:00 Intro

04:22 Childhood Sensitivities & Intuition

18:05 Experiencing Silence & Transformation

29:22 The Impact of Silent Retreats

39:31 Connecting With The Monroe Institute

50:24 Exploring Focus Levels & Their Impact

54:35 Starlines Series & Interdimensional Exploration

57:52 Nature of Existence Beyond Physical Bodies

01:01:55 Astrology & the Meaning of Life

01:10:32 The Age of Aquarius & Its Implications

01:15:39 Rise of Consciousness & Galactic Neighborhood

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On Saturday, September 27, 2025, friends of ours in the ufology/Disclosure community gathered at the home of Dr. Brannon Wheeler and his warm-hearted wife and fellow professor, Deb. Brannon is a member of the Visible College, and a professor at the US Naval Academy who teaches history of religion, and more recently, a few UFO courses! He is a highly intelligent polyglot whose primary focus has been on the Middle East, authoring 11 books so far, and whose language skills extend to some of the world’s most ancient. Anthony was introduced to Brannon by Juan Feria and “Steve,” who were featured in Part 1 of our “Old Gods” panel discussion, last year because of his interest in NHI contact experiences and how those relate to historical instances of “contact” across many of the world’s religious traditions. In fact, he sat down with Anthony for an in-depth discussion over Zoom eagerly listening to his first major experience on his contact protocol, proving his sincere passion for the topic, and quickly easing any apprehension Anthony had over meeting someone from the Naval Academy speaking to experiencers.

Brannon presented a plenary talk at Stuart Hameroff’s renowned The Science of Consciousness (TSC) conference in Barcelona this past July 2025 alongside Ross Coulthart – the first time a talk about UAP was presented in the conference’s 34-year history – where Sinéad had the pleasure of also meeting Brannon & Deb!

Although Sinéad could not attend the Sept. 27 gathering, Anthony and several friends were able to attend, including experiencers, scientists, and scholars – even a few friends who were in the US Space Economy Inter-Agency Working Group launched by Dr. Anna Brady-Estevez, formerly of the National Science Foundation!

Anthony sat down for one-on-one informal chats with a few attendees about their personal and professional thoughts and perspectives on current pressing topics in the UAP community. The identities of the members of the former Working Group have been kept hidden, and their voices masked,

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Guest

Joshua Cutchin

A full-time author and musician, Joshua has appeared on 100s of paranormal programs such as Coast to Coast AM and is regularly invited to speak at paranormal conferences about his work. He is the author of 9 books, including 2022's critically-acclaimed two-part series Ecology of Souls: A New Mythology of Death & the Paranormal. His latest book, Fourth Wall Phantoms: Reflections on the Paranormal, Narrative, and Fictions Becoming Fact, was released in April 2025.

In addition to his own books, Joshua also regularly contributes to essay collections, most recently Dr. Jack Hunter’s Deep Weird (2023) and Dr. Simon Young’s The Cottingley Fairies (2024). He has appeared on the hit History Channel television series Ancient Aliens and was featured in 2024’s breakout UFO documentary, Cosmosis. He is a regular guest on the Where Did the Road Go? podcast and can be found at JoshuaCutchin.com.

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Episode Summary

In this thought-provoking episode of Fire in the Cosmos, we delve into the intersection of fiction, myth, and legend with the paranormal, the supernatural, and the mystical! Josh takes us on a meandering ontological journey into the ecology of the anomalous, hierarchical realities, and co-created experience as we examine what the wider body of data on the extraordinary — unshackled from a reductionist, materialist paradigm — could suggest about our relationship with the world(s) around us! Get ready for a steady dose of fairies, Bigfoot, death, deities, aliens, and UFOs; and this time around, add in a dash of consciousness!

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References

• ⁠Josh’s website⁠ -- (Books, events, info)
• “⁠The Soul is a UFO⁠: Understanding and Embracing Transcendence” @ Esalen

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Josh’s Work

07:59 The Influence of Movies and Monsters

10:58 Childhood Experiences and Early Interests

16:01 Evolution of Thought on Paranormal Phenomena

21:49 The Role of Fear and Transformation

24:43 Understanding Anomalous Ecology

35:01 Exploring Fourth Wall Phantoms and Mythology

40:54 The Misunderstanding of Myths and Fairy Tales

42:37 The Intersection of AI and UFO Phenomena

45:40 Authority Structures and Reality Manipulation

49:47 The Nature of Phenomena and Collective Consciousness

51:18 Human Evolution and Expanded Consciousness

54:38 Art, Transformation, and the Human Experience

01:02:04 Theatricality of Reality and the Role of the Audience

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Guest
Anthony Miller

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Episode Summary

In this special solo episode, Anthony shares the full details of his first anomalous experience after a contact protocol he felt called to create in 2023. In the induced encounter, he met a council or hive mind of non-human intelligences, calling themselves "the old gods," with one visually resembling the Ancient Egyptian deity Ra. However, they told him that humanity had gotten them (and reality) wrong, and they were not actually gods. The message went on and was truly wondrous and awe-inspiring.

This recording comprises three voice memos Anthony had recorded for private use over a span of one year--between 2023-2024--discussing his background, journey, and experience. He had shared bits and pieces of this in Ep. 1 of the podcast when it was called Obliterate The Construct. However, Sinéad’s predecessor on the show asked that we remove that episode for her own privacy when she moved on to other ventures and fields.

Anthony is still not sure what to make of this experience, how it blended subjectivity and objectivity, and what it potentially says about some of these "others" in relation to us, but it serves as a huge data point for him, and it set him down the path that has led him to eventually starting this podcast! It also grounded the influences of syncretism, meditative techniques like the Monroe Institute’s Gateway Process, binaural frequencies, and various cultural and folkloric modalities!

We hope this can be helpful to others out there who have experienced similar things, and we hope it can provide some hope at a time when dark, apocalyptic, fear-based narratives appear to be trending. We believe we have allies out there (and in here), and some of those allies may be more connected to us than we know!

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction
02:58 Background and Context
06:09 Exploring the UFO Phenomenon
08:55 Diving Into Consciousness & Plant Medicine
12:02 The Gateway Process & Contact Modalities
21:11 Meeting “The Old Gods”
31:00 Ancient Egyptian, Norse, Celtic & Indigenous Connections
34:06 The Transmissions: A New Era & Human Awareness
37:10 Connecting With Consciousness & Meditation
43:22 Exploring Past Lives & Emotional Revelations
49:09 The Nature of Reality & the Beings' Intentions
59:50 The Muses: Preparing Humanity Through Film & Culture
01:06:51 Sharing the Experience & Family Reactions
01:13:40 Continued Exploration and Future Pathways


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Guest

Young Brinson

Young was the former Senior Program Manager for the Native American Lands Environmental Mitigation Program (NALEMP) through the Departments of Defense. She is Afro-indigenous and an enrolled member of the Ciru'ehá ka (Nottoway) Tribe of Virginia.

Specializing in Tribal Law, Federal Grants Management, and Federal Indian Policy, she has worked extensively in Tribal financial management as a subject matter expert for the Tribal Capacity Building Center with Office of Child Care; Tribal discretionary grants as the Team Lead at the Administration for Native Americans; and Tribal education as a Biology/Psychology Teacher.

Young holds a Masters in Tribal Law from University of Oklahoma College of Law, along with a BA in Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies from University of Richmond. Passionate about decolonization, the environment, UAP/non-human intelligence (NHI) disclosure, language, and identity, she is committed to Indigenous, Black, Brown, and planetary liberation. As an experiencer and advocate, Young currently enjoys serving as the Virginia State Coordinator Co-Lead of the New Paradigm Institute's Citizens for Disclosure, alongside Anthony!

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Episode Summary

Young Brinson – a true wisdom holder – recounts her extraordinary paranormal and spiritual experiences and we delve into a rich tapestry of cultural heritage and ancestry. In this episode, she opens up about her profound journey of self-discovery as a trans Afro-indigenous woman, exploring her diverse lineage and the spiritual connections and encounters with otherworldly beings that have shaped her life, her understanding of reality, and her place within it!

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00:00 Intro

03:45 Childhood Adventures and Unseen Friends

14:10 Navigating Identity and Sensitivity

16:22 A Life-Changing UFO Encounter

23:35 Exploring the Unknown: Regression and Connection

40:46 Encountering the Unknown: Emotional Revelations

44:22 The Journey of Self-Discovery and Identity

47:19 Navigating Trauma and Resilience

51:50 Teaching and Empowering Through Experience

01:00:08 Connecting with Ancestral Wisdom and Reality

01:04:43 Experiencing the Unexplained: A New Awakening

01:14:43 Exploring Meta Questions and Downloads

01:16:28 Transitioning from Teaching to New Opportunities

01:18:24 Finding Purpose in Work and Community

01:20:23 Spiritual Awakening and Self-Discovery

01:26:15 Cultural Heritage and Ancestral Connections

01:28:08 The Influence of Wicca and Spiritual Practices

01:31:53 Nature, Intelligence, and Spiritual Growth

01:34:03 The Role of Psychedelics in Spiritual Exploration

01:46:20 The Emotional Connection to Nature

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Guest

Hakim Isler

Hakim is the creator of the Psi Games (⁠https://psigamesinternational.com⁠), a dynamic and inclusive platform for individuals with psychic abilities to grow by learning from experts, connecting with peers, and engaging in fun psychic competitions.

The Psi Games are taking place August 1-3, 2025 in Charlottesville, VA!

He is also a renowned practitioner and teacher in consciousness exploration, holistic health, and personal development. With a bachelor’s degree in Integrative Health Medicine, specializing in herbal medicine, along with extensive study in the Eight Limbs of Yoga, Remote Viewing, Mind-Sight (extra-ocular vision), and Ninjustu. Hakim's training with some of the field's top experts fuels his research into the extraordinary capabilities of the human body, mind and spirit. Hakim integrates these practices with his hands-on experience as a wilderness explorer and survival instructor to offer a comprehensive approach to human potential.

Hakim Served as a Sergeant in The Army’s Psychological Operations group (PSYOP). Hakim is a published author of five books. He has appeared on numerous TV shows, including Discovery Channel’s Naked & Afraid, Naked & Afraid XL, First Man Out, FOX’s Kicking & Screaming, and MTV’s Couples Retreat. Hakim is an advisory board member of The Monroe Institute--celebrated for the Gateway Program--and a board member of the Center Lane Project, focused on preserving Ingo Swann's Controlled Remote Viewing. Hakim plays a key role in advancing the study and development of human consciousness through his nonprofits Quest Gate and The Soil Foundation.

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Episode Summary

⚡️ In this conversation, Hakim Isler shares his journey from growing up in a rough neighborhood and feeling out of place, to realizing his creativity in music and martial arts and serving in the military, specifically in psychological operations (PSYOP). He touches on some noetic and precognitive experiences that were formative in his life, and discusses the dual nature of PSYOP--considering its relevance to shaping and manipulating narratives seen in the parapsychological and UFOlogical spaces--and emphasizing its potential for both positive and negative outcomes. Hakim reflects on the importance of resilience in children, the role of creativity in human consciousness, and the ethical considerations of working with and teaching psychic abilities. He introduces the first annual Psi Games, a groundbreaking event he has organized that is designed to explore and celebrate these abilities in a community setting, highlighting the need for transparency and ethical practices in the field!

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✨ Make sure to check out Part 1 of this interview first! It can be viewed as a video here!

*Stay tuned to the end for video clips from Dalia's Mindsight demo at Contact in the Desert 2025! (link to the full video below)

Guest

Dalia Burgoin

Dalia is a devoted mother of four, author, and energy arts practitioner specializing in awakening humanity’s natural intuitive abilities. She trains in a yin-style bioenergy system to support healing and enhance psi capacities like telepathy and extraocular (blindfolded) vision. She helps to activate "mindsight" (i.e. extraocular vision) to both adults and blind individuals and advocates for spelling-to-communicate and telepathy as accessible forms of non-verbal communication. Dalia has shared her work on This Is the Place Utah, Good Day Utah (FOX 13), and Good Morning Utah (ABC).

She collaborates with leading consciousness researchers including Alex Gómez-Marin (Pari Center), John Chavez (DMT Quest), and Dr. Diane Hennacy (from “The Telepathy Tapes”). Her work is featured in an upcoming documentary about a woman with no physical eyes who developed functional perception under her guidance, and she is in active discussions with the Institute of Noetic Sciences (IONS) about research partnerships.

Her daughter, Liduvina (Lidu) Burgoin is a teen telepath and artistic savant who continues to defy expectations. Though diagnosed with severe autism that affects her ability to speak, she is steadily gaining motor skills and speech through determination and innovative communication methods. Lidu participates in clinical research on telepathy with Dr. Diane Hennacy and Stanford and is featured in several upcoming documentaries and series, including work with Gaia.

Together, Dalia and Lidu's mission is to spread the teachings from "the Hill", and to help evolve humanity by making telepathy known to the world.

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Episode Summary

🪽 In Part 2 of this episode, we continue our discussion with Dalia -- a remarkable mother whose nonverbal autistic daughter, Lidu, is among many autistic youths recently making waves with their telepathic abilities thanks to coverage like that of The Telepathy Tapes. Dalia shares her journey of discovering Lidu's unique talents, their experiences with telepathy, and the groundbreaking scientific experiments they're involved in with institutions like Stanford University and the Institute of Noetic Sciences (IONS). Tune in to explore the intersection of autism, telepathy, and human evolution, and discover how these extraordinary abilities are reshaping our understanding of communication, consciousness, and even our connections with non-human allies!

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✨ Dalia & Lidu’s Psi Demonstration at 2025 Contact In The Desert

✨ The Telepathy Tapes

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