Is astrology predictive—or purposeful?

In this episode of Strategies for Living, Dr. David McMillian, Lauren Leon McMillian, and Gary Tiemann welcome renowned astrologer Patty Finlayson, the “astrologer to the astrologers,” to explore how birth charts reveal life purpose, past life themes, karma, and relationship dynamics.

We dive into North and South Nodes, Saturn as the karmic teacher, synastry (relationship charts), reincarnation research, and the powerful Saturn–Neptune conjunction shaping our current era. Patty explains how astrology serves as a practical, accessible tool for self-understanding, spiritual growth, and conscious living in the emerging Age of Aquarius.

If you’ve ever wondered what your soul came here to learn—or how past lives may echo into this one—this conversation opens the door.

Original Airdate: 2/24/2026

What happens when childhood is shaped by heroin addiction, the AIDS crisis, and radical compassion?

On this episode of Strategies for Living, Dr. David McMillian and Lauren Leon McMillian welcome Jonathan Tepper, author of Shooting Up: A Memoir of Love, Loss, and Addiction. Raised in Madrid’s San Blas neighborhood—once known as a notorious drug slum—Tepper grew up inside one of Spain’s first drug rehabilitation centers, founded by his missionary parents.

In this deeply moving conversation, we explore childhood trauma, addiction recovery, grief, empathy, resilience, and the transformative power of love. Jonathan shares what it was like to lose friends to heroin and AIDS, how suffering shaped his worldview, and why compassion—not punishment—is key to addressing addiction.

This is not just a story about drugs. It’s a story about redemption, humanity, and choosing love in the face of loss.

If you’ve been touched by addiction, grief, or the longing for deeper empathy in today’s world, this episode is your daily dose of Radio Rehab.

Original Airdate: 2/20/2026

In this powerful episode of Strategies for Living, Dr. David McMillian, Lauren Leon McMillian, and Gary Tiemann welcome acclaimed author, intuitive futurist, and trance channel Kevin Ryerson.

With over 40 years in parapsychology and spiritual research—and appearances alongside Shirley MacLaine and on national television—Kevin shares how his work intersects with the late Dr. Walter Semkiw’s groundbreaking reincarnation research.

Is there objective evidence for reincarnation? How does intuition function as a natural human capacity? Can past-life patterns offer insight into personality, purpose, and life direction?

From documented historical parallels to the evolving scientific conversation around consciousness, this episode explores karma, dharma, synchronicity, and the expanding acceptance of reincarnation in modern culture.

Whether you’re skeptical, curious, or spiritually inclined, this conversation invites you into what Dr. Semkiw called a “rational epiphany.”