Harvest Series

What does it mean to bridge the ancient wisdom of shamanism with modern life? In this episode, Manex Ibar shares his remarkable journey from a high-powered career in New York to becoming a revered medicine man. Join Harvest Series host Rose Claverie as Manex unveils the hidden depths of shamanic practice, discusses his transformative experiences with plant medicine, and explores the evolving role of shamans in today’s world. Don’t miss this chance to gain profound insights into a timeless spiritual tradition.Nothing in this show should be used as medical advice or encouragement to use drugs.[2:24] - How Manex transitioned from being an executive in New York to a medicine man[6:24] - When did Manex start his career in shamanism?[9:40] - The different kinds of medicine men. The humble ones and the grandiose ones. [10:46] - What shaped Manex as a Medicine man? All the studies Manex went into and the people he met to learn his practice. [13:16] - Why do some people feel so empty in modern civilizations? For Manex, our society is sick. [17:27] - Manex is reading the Sphynx Code to his clients. Testimony of an osteopath who did a Sphynx code and a Hayahuasca trip with Manex: how it changed his life. [20:00] - Why do people come to see Manex? He is doing less healing now and more helping people access more consciousness. [21:48] - Manex is special because he learned to get to trans for ten years before trying the master plants. [24:13] - Can you have a bad experience with Ayahuasca?[27:24] - Can you experience this with friends, as a couple, or is it an individual journey?[27:58] - Manex's worst experience as a medicine man.[30:35] - What kind of childhood has Manex, and what kind of child was he?[30:40] - To be a medicine man, do you have to love people?[37:33] - Harvest of The Day : If something easy or simple could be done to make the world a better place, what would it be for Manex?In two weeks, we will release Adah Parris' interview in Kaplankaya. She is a system thinker and will share the importance of not being afraid to ask the "big Questions". Don't miss the episode!You can follow us on Instagram at @HarvestSeries or @rose.claverie for updates.Watch our podcast episodes and speaker sessions on YouTube: Harvest Series.Credits:Sound editing by: @lesbellesfrequencesTechnicians in Kaplankaya: Joel MoriasiMusic by: ChambordArtwork by: Davide d'AntonioHarvest Series is produced in partnership with Athena Advisers and Capital PartnersHarvest Series Founders: Burak Öymen and Roman Carel

Can the future of architecture reshape our relationship with nature? Thomas Ermacora, a visionary architect and co-curator of Harvest's sixth edition, joins host Rose Claverie to discuss how regenerative projects like Clear Village are revolutionizing community well-being and environmental harmony. Tune in to hear how Thomas is transforming the built environment to empower people and restore connections to the natural world.[2:30] - What are the latest trends in architecture for Thomas?[4:31] - What is Thomas' example of working with distressed communities in the UK, reviving a garden outside London?[11:34] - How can architecture help us reconnect with nature?[15:56] - What is stopping biomimicry and regenerative projects? Lobbying. [17:00] - What about using digital twins to improve how we build?[20:17] - What does Thomas think about people not being so happy to share their data. [23:10] - Does Thomas dream of building a city from scratch?[28:13] - What put Thomas on this path of building for communities? A lack of belonging. [31:56] - Harvest of the Day : if something easy or simple could be done to make the world a better place, what would it be for Thomas Ermacora?In two weeks, we will release an interview with Manex Ibar. He is a "medicine man", he will share how he became what we call also a shaman, and explain what he does. Don't miss the episode!You can follow us on Instagram at @HarvestSeries or @rose.claverie for updates.Watch our podcast episodes and speaker sessions on YouTube: Harvest Series.Credits:Sound editing by: @lesbellesfrequencesTechnicians in Kaplankaya: Joel MoriasiMusic by: ChambordArtwork by: Davide d'AntonioHarvest Series is produced in partnership with Athena Advisers and Capital PartnersHarvest Series Founders: Burak Öymen and Roman Carel

Imagine transforming mental health struggles into profound self-discovery through the depths of Mexico's cenotes. In this episode, Rodo Escalante, co-founder of the Alchemy movement and author of Deep Dive Within, reveals how yoga and diving into these ancient caves helped him navigate autism and depression without traditional medicine. Join Harvest Series host Rose Claverie as Rodo shares his unique journey and the powerful insights he's gained from the deep, dark waters of self-healing.[3:28] - Introduction with a quote from Rodo's book. What happens when Rodo is diving in the Mexican cenotes? When you are centred is when you are truly present, and that happens when you deep dive. [5:50] - How long can Rodo hold his breath without equipment in the Mexican caves? [7:05] - How is it to have an altered state in the water? In the presence of death, things are faster. You will integrate your true power. When you don't have any exchange of gas, everything you thought was pain becomes a pleasure. [10:13] - What are the elements of analogy with birth? You let your body do its function. [10:51] - What's the craziest thing Rodo has ever done in those caves? [12:30] - What's the importance of excitement in the process? [14:32] - Rodo is reconnecting with the Mayan culture. How did the Mayans look at the caves? You can only look at those caves when you're at peace. [19:20] - Rodo brought some people in Kaplankaya, during Harvest event, to the Aegean Sea, for some practice. Feedbacks. [22:17] - Rodo suffered from autism, depression, ADHD, anger... What was the most difficult time for him? The chronology of his diagnosis and when he started yoga.[28:00] - What didn't help Rodo? Alcohol, medicines...[29:46] - Rodo's links with Scientists. [31:00] - Rodo is explaining his methodology. What is the secret to mental stability, and how, thanks to breath hold, can we wire and force our brain to create the hormones and neurotransmitters we don't have? BUT Rodo doesn't want hyperventilation. He prefers the ventilation technique inspired by pranayama. How to access the psychotic states, in control. [40:15] - Harvest of the Day : if something easy or simple would make the world a better place, what would it be for him?In two weeks, we will release Thomas Ermacora's episode. Thomas is a brilliant mind, an architect and a futurist. He is very much focused on communities and is the co-curator of Harvest sixth season. Don't miss the episode!You can follow us on Instagram at @HarvestSeries or @rose.claverie for updates.Watch our podcast episodes and speaker sessions on YouTube: Harvest Series.Credits:Sound editing by: @lesbellesfrequencesTechnicians in Kaplankaya: Joel MoriasiMusic by: ChambordArtwork by: Davide d'AntonioHarvest Series is produced in partnership with Athena Advisers and Capital PartnersHarvest Series Founders: Burak Öymen and Roman Carel

How does a cinematic journey into gratitude reflect the resilience of the human spirit? Award-winning cinematographer Louie Schwartberg, known for “Fantastic Fungi” and his latest film “Gratitude Revealed,” joins host Rose Claverie to delve into the making of his new movie, the power of optimism, and the role of nature in our lives. Tune in to uncover how Louie's passion for film and nature intertwines to inspire and uplift.[1:56] - How did the idea emerge of doing a movie about gratitude after Fantastic Funghi? Itd a journey in the human soul. [4:47] - From ashes comes rebirth: Louie's parents were holocaust survivors. [7:39] - why optimism is the only choice. [11:05] - What are people's reactions after watching "Gratitude Revealed"?[12:16] - Louie's special scene in the movie. And mine (+ guess what, I am going to interview Alex Grey for the 7th season!)[14:15] - Louie talks about the distribution of his movies. Why is he doing it himself, without the help of Hollywood anymore? [16:56] - Extract of the trailer of "Gratitude Revealed". [18:36] - Louie is grateful to be in Kaplankaya, for Harvest event. [19:30] - What's Louie's reaction to our world destroying nature?[23:40] - What's Louie's view about technologies?[26:56] - Louie's next project. [27:34] - Harvest of the Day : if Louie could choose something easy or simple that could make the world a better place, what would it be?In two weeks, we will release Rodo Escalante's interview in Kaplankaya. Rodo suffered from autism, depression and also ADHD. He learned to navigate these mental issues thanks to yoga, breathing and deep diving. He will share his incredible experience. Don't miss the episode!You can follow us on Instagram at @HarvestSeries or @rose.claverie for updates.Watch our podcast episodes and speaker sessions on YouTube: Harvest Series.Credits:Sound editing by: @lesbellesfrequencesTechnicians in Kaplankaya: Joel MoriasiMusic by: ChambordArtwork by: Davide d'AntonioHarvest Series is produced in partnership with Athena Advisers and Capital PartnersHarvest Series Founders: Burak Öymen and Roman Carel

Can national identity be a barrier to unity in an increasingly interconnected world? Taiye Selasi, celebrated novelist and global citizen, challenges the concept of borders and explores the rise of nationalism, conscious statecraft, and the power of embracing local identities. Join host Rose Claverie as Taiye shares her vision of a world where being a "local" transcends the limits of nationality.[2:24] - After relative peace, the world is tense again. What's happening: is History repeating itself? [4:10] - Do the States still represent their people? How could they do a better job? Why is nationalism on the rise?[5:50] - Is it in Human nature to fight envy? Only in the context of scarcity.[8:40] - Extract of Taiye speaking about Sweden in Kaplankaya.[9:35] - What is a conscious state for Taiye? How can Human beings practice conscious statecraft? 4 examples of conscious statecraft : Iceland, Finland, Nigeria, Ecuador.[13:45] - How to be more conscious citizens?[15:00] - Taiye Selasi would prefer to be introduced as a local, more than a citizen from a country. [17:23] - What about national pleasures, like football? For Taiye, sports are a healthy representation of conflict.[18:52] - Taiye and her vision of afropolitanism, when she wrote Bye Bye Babar. She talks to our dear cameraman Joel, from Kenya and living now in Turkey. [21:36] - What's the best advice she has ever received? There is no audience.[23:16] - Harvest of the Day : if something easy or simple could make the world a better place, what would it be for her?In two weeks, we will release Louie Schwartzberg's interview in Kaplankaya. He is the director of the movie Fantastic Fungi on Netflix, and released more recently Gratitude revealed. He'll tell us why he chose the theme. Don't miss the episode!You can follow us on Instagram at @HarvestSeries or @rose.claverie for updates.Watch our podcast episodes and speaker sessions on YouTube: Harvest Series.Credits:Sound editing by: @lesbellesfrequencesTechnicians in Kaplankaya: Joel MoriasiMusic by: ChambordArtwork by: Davide d'AntonioHarvest Series is produced in partnership with Athena Advisers and Capital PartnersHarvest Series Founders: Burak Öymen and Roman Carel

Are we on the brink of global self-destruction, or can we harness our technological superpowers to ensure humanity's survival? Philosopher and strategist Daniel Schmachtenberger confronts this urgent question, offering insights into how we can avoid the catastrophic fate that has befallen past civilizations..[2:20] - Harvest of The Day: If something easy or simple could be done and would make the world a better place, what would it be for Daniel? See to try to understand other people's perspectives much more deeply, particularly the ones different from your own.[6:50] - Why technologies always lead to a military purpose, and why we should change our relationship to technology. [9:57] - We have the capacity to destroy the biosphere, we need to move to trans-evolutionary motives. [15:22] - Is it naive to think we can have a global government or global governance? We need the "Third Attractor".[22:00] - What gives hope to Daniel today?[23:44] - How much time do we have until our extinction?[27:17] - With so much noise around us and different news, on an individual level, how to react, be aware, and be well informed?[31:28] - Is Daniel into politics?[33:00] - What is the impact of homeschooling on Daniel?You can find this interview on our YouTube Channel.In two weeks, we will release Taiye Selasi's interview in Kaplankaya, about afropolitanism and the nations. Don't miss the episode!You can follow us on Instagram at @HarvestSeries or @rose.claverie for updates.Watch our podcast episodes and speaker sessions on YouTube: Harvest Series.Credits:Sound editing by: @lesbellesfrequencesTechnicians in Kaplankaya: Joel MoriasiMusic by: ChambordArtwork by: Davide d'AntonioHarvest Series is produced in partnership with Athena Advisers and Capital PartnersHarvest Series Founders: Burak Öymen and Roman Carel

How can reclaiming our sexuality transform not just our intimate lives but our overall well-being? In this episode, sex, love, and relationship coach Bibi Brzozka shares her journey into conscious sexuality, revealing the powerful role it plays in healing and personal growth.You can learn more on her website: https://www.bibibrzozka.com/In this podcast, Bibi recommends the book Sex at Dawn: The Prehistoric Origins of Modern Sexuality, by Christopher Ryan and Cacilda Jetha.[2:25] - Start of the interview. Sexuality, in general, is not properly taught at school. Bibi tells about pornography, the junk food of sexuality. [6:54] - Testimonials of people attending Bibi's classes in Harvest. [8:56] - What does Bibi mean, when she says that sexual experiences can heal? The trauma about sexuality.[11:25] - How did Bibi change her approach to sexuality, and why at this moment?[12:56] - Bibi explains what she teaches to the people who attend their classes, and why it all starts with self-pleasure. [18:56] - The cold practice. What are the emotional effects of the classes on women?[20:56] - Which advice would she have loved to receive as a young girl? [22:56] - Is it possible to teach someone to have access to God? [23:56] - Now, you listeners have waited enough. Time to ask for special tips from Bibi… What do you do if you want to be remembered as a good partner in bed? [28:46] - What if the person you love is not attracting you anymore? You are a sovereign sexual human being. Are you connecting to your body?[31:00] - How to get orgasms through penetration? Longer foreplay - How can men last longer in bed? [32:00] - What is the worst enemy of a fulfilling sex life? [33:45] - Harvest of the day: if something easy or simple could be done and make the world a better place, what would it be for Bibi?In two weeks, we will release Daniel Schmarchtenberger's interview made in Kaplankaya, about the future of our civilization. Don't miss the episode!You can follow us on Instagram at @HarvestSeries or @rose.claverie for updates.Watch our podcast episodes and speaker sessions on YouTube: Harvest Series.Credits:Sound editing by: @lesbellesfrequencesTechnicians in Kaplankaya: Joel MoriasiMusic by: ChambordArtwork by: Davide d'AntonioHarvest Series is produced in partnership with Athena Advisers and Capital PartnersHarvest Series Founders: Burak Öymen and Roman Carel

Can the right combination of sound frequencies truly transform your state of mind and elevate your consciousness? In this episode, sound therapist Alexandre Tannous delves into the profound impact of sound on human consciousness, drawing from his extensive experience in classical, jazz, and world music, and exploring therapeutic practices rooted in Western science, Eastern philosophy, and shamanic traditions.show notes : [2:14] - What is sound healing, or "sound meditation" as Alexandre calls it?[4:14] - The process of sound meditation. Music is a powerful tool.[7:00] - What is entrainment? Music is changing our minds.[8:20] - What is the science behind this? All about frequencies and harmonic series.[11:00] - Alexandre organised some sound meditations in Kaplankaya.[13:15] - Is it common to reach an altered state of consciousness or non-ordinary states?[15:30] - What was Alexandre's first significant sound meditation? When he was a young boy. That's what led him on this path.[18:00] - The impact of the context: war in Lebanon.[20:00] - The influence of other types of music on us: electronic music, death metal...[23:45] - Does Alexandre listen to cheesy music? He prefers traditional Turkish music.[24:00] - Music and psychedelics go well together for Alexandre[25:00] - Music brings people together.[28:30] - Can some people not be penetrated by music?[29:42] - Harvest of the Day : if something could be done, easy or simple, to make the world a better place, what would it be for Alexandre?In two weeks, we will release Bibi Brzozka's interview in Kaplankaya, about conscious sexual relationships. Don't miss the episode!You can follow us on Instagram at @HarvestSeries or @rose.claverie for updates.Watch our podcast episodes and speaker sessions on YouTube: Harvest Series.Credits:Sound editing by: @lesbellesfrequencesTechnicians in Kaplankaya: Joel MoriasiMusic by: ChambordArtwork by: Davide d'AntonioHarvest Series is produced in partnership with Athena Advisers and Capital PartnersHarvest Series Founders: Burak Öymen and Roman Carel

Why do women, the social architects of our lives, often find themselves sidelined in shaping the world’s most crucial narratives? In this episode, Indra Adnan, a renowned writer, psycho-social therapist, and political entrepreneur, shares her journey of empowering women to speak up, the importance of giving their work at home the status it deserves, and how her dual heritage has influenced her unique perspective on global issues.[2:52] - To start the 6th season of Harvest Series podcast, Indra Adnan explains where we left Harvest last time, after a panel organised by Jamie Wheal with Gabor Maté, Wade Davies and Indra Adnan. [5:50] - Indra on carrying a double heritage: Indonesian and Holland, two innovative countries.[7:40] - Indra, as a master of the ceremony of Harvest, wanted to bring a feminine perspective on the actual crisis. Women are the social architects of our lives.[12:50] - Why women are not that keen on being in front of the stage.[15:20] - Why had Indra decided to be a pain in the ass, insisting that women are visible. [16:50] - How was Indra Adnan's experience in politics in the UK, when she became an MP?[19:30] - Indra, on stage in Kaplankaya, explains the concept of re-worlding.[22:30] - Which advice does she give regarding storytelling? What about the story that women are powerless?[25:10] - What does it mean, not to become the follower of someone else? [31:20] - Harvest of the Day : if something easy could be done and make the world a better place, what would it be for Indra?In two weeks, we will release Alexandre Tannous' interview in Kaplankaya, he is a sound healer, and he will explain the impact of the sounds on our brains. Don't miss the episode!You can follow us on Instagram at @HarvestSeries or @rose.claverie for updates.Watch our podcast episodes and speaker sessions on YouTube: Harvest Series.Credits:Sound editing by: @lesbellesfrequencesTechnicians in Kaplankaya: Joel MoriasiMusic by: ChambordArtwork by: Davide d'AntonioHarvest Series is produced in partnership with Athena Advisers and Capital PartnersHarvest Series Founders: Burak Öymen and Roman Carel

What happens when we lose touch with our authentic selves, and how does it shape our lives? In this episode, renowned speaker and author Dr. Gabor Maté delves into the cost of hidden stress, the impact of childhood environments on authenticity, and the profound consequences of living a life disconnected from our true emotions. That's another podcast episode with Dr Gabor Maté. He is an internationally renowned speaker, highly sought after for his expertise on addiction, trauma and childhood development. Gabor Maté is the author of best-selling books, including When The Body Says No: The Cost of Hidden Stress, or Hold on to Your Kids, his latest one being The Myth of Normal. [2:30] - First, let Gabor Maté explain authenticity: it is to be connected with our emotions. [5:00] - Why do we lose our authenticity when we are children, because of the environment?[7:00] - How do you know you are not being authentic?[7:51] - What can happen if you are not authentic? Disease, depression, difficult relationships... It can show up in many ways. [9:25] - Dr Gabor Maté reading an extract of his book about Sheryl Crow and Anita Moorjani, who became who they are, after a terrible disease. [11:55] - If everybody had to be authentic, wouldn't it lead to more conflicts between people?[12:50] - But... isn't it normal to want your child to fit within society?[14:25] - Why is it more difficult, in general, for women to be authentic? eg: Hillary Clinton.[16:00] - Do you learn how to be selfish?[17:30] - It's difficult to be authentic. Portraits read by Gabor Maté of people who couldn't be authentic in their life: overachievers of super nice people. [20:56] - How can medicinal plants help to be authentic? Gabor explains one of his experiences with a therapist. [23:50] - Why chronic illnesses are often manifestations of people's lives.[26:35] - Few steps to find authenticity. Look at why your life is not working. [28:24] - Harvest of the day : What does it bring to be authentic?This is it, the end of the 5th series of Harvest series, recorded in Kaplankaya during may 2022, with all those great thinkers! In two weeks, we will release the first episode of the 6th series, with amazing guests, like Louie Schwartzberg, the movie director (Fantastic Funghi, Gratitude revealed), Rodo Escalante (meditation specialist, diver), Bibi Brzozka (conscious sexual therapist), Indra Adnan, Daniel Schmachtemberg (social philosopher), Alexandre Tannous (sound therapist), Taiye Selasi (writer), Thomas Ermacora (city futurist), Ari Peralta (multisensory expert), Adah Parris (systems thinker), Manex Ibar (shaman), John Brevard (architect), Christian Jochnick (naturepreneur), Ralph Horat (building a prototype village of the future)... What a programme!You can follow us on Instagram at @HarvestSeries or @rose.claverie for updates.Watch our podcast episodes and speaker sessions on YouTube: Harvest Series.Credits:Sound editing by: @lesbellesfrequencesTechnicians in Kaplankaya: Joel MoriasiMusic by: ChambordArtwork by: Davide d'AntonioHarvest Series is produced in partnership with Athena Advisers and Capital PartnersHarvest Series Founders: Burak Öymen and Roman Carel