The Life Stylist Podcast

What you’re about to hear about conspiracies might surprise you.In this episode, Alyson and I answer listener questions covering conspiracy theories, biohacking regrets, and the psychology of escapism.Tune in to find out why I stopped trying to prove what really happened during major world events and started focusing on what I can verify. I also share the one health experiment I wish I could undo, and what it taught me about the difference between forcing results and partnering with my body.Alyson opens up about her years in semi-retirement and a recent realization: her service to others never stopped, it just became invisible. We move into how masculine drive and feminine subtlety carry their own power.The episode is an honest conversation about escapism, porn addiction, sugar cravings, and the painful process of real behavioral change. My advice: map out what you're running from before you fix what you're running toward.Jovial Desk Lamp | Visit https://lukestorey.com/jovial and use code LUKE for 10% off.Qit

Most people hear about kambo and think it’s reckless and dangerous, until they see what happens when it’s done right.My understanding of kambo changed a lot through this conversation, especially after hearing how it’s been used not just as a traditional Amazonian medicine, but also as a tool for addressing complex health challenges. Caitlin Thompson brings a rare blend of experience to this space, having served thousands of sessions while also approaching the work through a scientific lens rooted in neurobiology and research.Her path into frog medicine came from navigating her own history with Lyme disease, lupus, and chronic illness, which gives real context to why she approaches this work with both precision and respect. We get into what kambo healing looks like in practice, including how dosage, safety, and nervous system state can completely change the outcome of a session.There’s also a deeper conversation around why many people have overwhelming experiences, and how a more intentional, minimalist approa

Have you tried everything to heal, but your body still won’t cooperate?I’m joined by Brandy Gillmore, a world-renowned mind-body healing expert, best-selling author of Master Your Mind and Energy to Heal Your Body, and host of Heal Yourself, Change Your Life, where she demonstrates rapid, real-time healing using the mind.After a devastating injury left her in chronic pain for over six years, relying on a wheelchair, walker, and heavy medication, she was told she would never recover. What changed everything for her was realizing that healing isn’t driven by positive thinking alone, but by specific emotional patterns stored in the body.We break down how these patterns form, why most approaches fail, and what it actually takes to create lasting change.About halfway through, Brandy works directly with me in a live session, uncovering hidden patterns and showing how her method works in real time.If you’ve been dealing with chronic symptoms or want to understand the deeper mind-body connection, this gives you both

Why does real connection feel rare, even when you’re constantly around others?I sit down with Michael Trainer, author of Resonance: The Art and Science of Human Connection, to question what we think we know about loneliness and human connection. His background in neuroscience and global initiatives brings a different lens to something most people assume is purely emotional.We challenge the idea that more people equals more connection. It becomes clear that the quality of your relationships directly affects your biology, from your nervous system to long-term health.I also get into my own experiences with confronting reality versus escaping it. This tension shows up clearly when we talk about psychedelics and healing and how they relate to sobriety.When your environment or relationships don’t match who you are, your system responds. That’s where resonance stops being abstract and starts becoming something you can feel.Read: Resonance: The Art and Science of Human Connection by Michael Trainer (https://amzn.to/4

I’ve done a lot of deep work over the years—therapy, plant medicine, spiritual practices, you name it. And I don’t say this lightly: this experience hit different.In this bonus episode from The Great Unlearn, Cal Callahan and I sit down with somatic practitioner Kyle Coursey and unpack what actually happened during one of the most intense and transformative sessions of my life. We’re talking 10+ hours of real conversation, somatic work, and confronting the stories I didn’t even know were still running the show.We get into boundaries, integrity, self-worth, and why most people are trying to think their way out of things that can only be felt and processed through the body.This one’s raw, honest, and packed with insights I’m still integrating.If you’re serious about growth, don’t skip this one.

A compound discovered in algae might be one of the most overlooked tools for longevity.I’ve spent years trying to build resilience in a world where avoiding stressors isn’t realistic. This conversation sharpened my thinking about astaxanthin's benefits and what’s actually happening inside the body.Dave Watumull has spent nearly three decades studying this compound, from early work in Hawaii to leading AX3 Life. His focus has been on understanding how a molecule produced by microalgae under extreme UV stress translates into oxidative stress support for humans.We break down how this works at the cellular level, including how free radicals form and why they’re unavoidable. The real shift is learning how to interrupt that damage before it spreads.This episode is for anyone interested in longevity, daily energy, and building resilience in a high-stress modern environment.You’ll learn:[00:00] Introduction[04:19] The science behind astaxanthin as nature's internal sunscreen[13:10] Building internal resilience agains

What if grief isn’t something to get over, but something that reveals what you haven’t felt yet?Today, I’m joined by my wife, Alyson Charles Storey, bestselling author and shamanic teacher known for guiding people back to their connection with the Divine, for a deeply personal conversation on grief, death, and sacred friendship.There’s a difference between understanding loss and being pulled into it without warning. We break down how grief as a living process can reopen emotions you thought were complete, and why that can be part of healing.We also explore what i

What if the patterns driving today’s global instability have been repeating for far longer than we realize?I sit down with Alex Sachon, a philosopher trained in the social sciences who uses ancient philosophy to make sense of the rapidly shifting social, cultural, and geopolitical landscape we’re living through. His work brings together esoteric philosophy, historical analysis, and a systems-level view of civilization to explain how we arrived at this moment.We trace how early exposure to Daoism and Zen Buddhism opened the door to deeper questions about consciousness, and how&n

What if illness, loss, and hardship are actually signals guiding you toward awakening?Jason Shurka is an author, entrepreneur, executive producer, and truth-seeker devoted to helping people expand awareness and reconnect with their innate human potential. Through media, education, and emerging wellness technologies, his work focuses on advancing consciousness and encouraging people to live with greater sovereignty and purpose.Jason’s life changed dramatically during what he describes as a profound dark night of the soul. Between the ages of 14 and 18, he experienced 23 shoulder dislocations, multiple surgeries, and a severe infection that nearly cost him his leg. Instead of breaking him, those experiences pushed him into a period of deep reflection and transformation that ultimately redirected the course of his life.Jason shares his perspective on death and dying, consciousness, and the idea that we are far more than the physical body we inhabit. His experience witnessing his father’s passing reshaped how he

Some musicians learn the blues. Others are raised inside it.Today I sit down with Doyle Bramhall II, one of the most distinctive voices in modern blues guitar and contemporary roots music. Raised in Texas as the son of legendary musician Doyle Bramhall, he grew up surrounded by the raw musical energy of the Austin music scene, absorbing the sounds of blues and rock from an early age.Doyle has built a remarkable career as a guitarist, vocalist, composer, and producer, collaborating with artists including Eric Clapton, Elton John, Gary Clark Jr., Dr. John, Gregg Allman, Sheryl Crow, and Erykah Badu. His playing style is instantly recognizable, partly because he plays left-handed with a guitar strung for a right-handed player and flipped upside down.We dive into the fascinating origins of his musical journey, including the moment when a visit from someone special inspired him to take the guitar seriously. Doyle shares his insight into his personal work developing the Ultimate Breakthrough, a process designed to

Visit lukestorey.com/getqitone and use code LUKE10 to save 10%Longevity isn’t about just living longer, but rather living better and longer.Today, I sit down with Dr. Greg Bailey, a former emergency room physician turned biotech investor who now operates at the forefront of longevity science. After a decade in emergency medicine, he transitioned into drug development and cutting-edge research focused on extending healthspan, not just lifespan. We get into the mechanics of ketosis and why metabolic flexibility may matter more than extreme dieting, and the growing role of AI in medicine. Beyond the tech, we address supplement credibility, flawed research, and why connection, purpose, and education remain foundational to real longevity.If you’re serious about biohacking, metabolic health, and the future of regenerative medicine, this conversation sets the tone.You’ll Learn:[00:00] Introduction[01:29] The creativity and absurdity Greg witnessed in emergency room patients[03:14] Different motivations for pursuing

It’s AMA time again, and this one goes deep.Alyson and I open the floor to your questions, and what unfolds is an honest, vulnerable exploration of self-love, self-worth, and the subtle ways we block ourselves from the lives we say we want. Inspired by a recent 13-hour healing journey, I share some powerful realizations about integrity, honoring myself, and the surprising gap between loving others and truly loving myself.We unpack what self-love actually looks like in practice—not just mirror affirmations, but identifying childhood imprints, dissolving shame, raising standards, and developing discernment in relationships and business. Alyson brings in her perspective on embodied self-respect, parts work, and Internal Family Systems, offering grounded tools for healing old patterns and integrating fractured aspects of ourselves.From there, we shift gears into a fun but revealing conversation about influence and inspiration. I break down some of my favorite podcasts, from countercultural voices and spiritual fi

In this episode, I dive deep into one of my favorite topics—bio-individuality—and why your genes may hold the missing key to your health struggles. Kashif Khan joins me to unpack how his own health crisis at 38, marked by eczema, psoriasis, gut issues, depression, and debilitating migraines, sent him down a rabbit hole that ultimately led to genetics. What he discovered completely reframed the way he thought about wellness.We explore how two people can eat the same food, live the same lifestyle, and experience radically different outcomes—and why that discrepancy often comes down to gene expression. Kashif breaks down dopamine pathways, addiction tendencies, trauma imprinting, and how certain genetic profiles can be both a superpower and a liability depending on context. If you’ve ever wondered why you’re wired the way you are or why certain habits feel nearly impossible to break, this conversation will hit home.We also get into estrogen metabolism, detox pathways, hormone replacement therapy, environmental t

In this episode, I explore the deeper layers of spiritual sovereignty, perception, and the nature of evil with teacher and healer Sarah Elkhaldy, host of Mystery Teachings on Gaia. We go far beyond surface-level spirituality and into the real terrain—psychopathy, manipulation, spiritual warfare, and the psychological mechanics behind modern psyops.Sarah shares her unlikely entry point into awakening through conspiracy research, how that path evolved into esoteric study, and why understanding darkness is essential to true alchemy. We unpack the weaponization of compassion, the dangers of outsourcing authority, and how unexamined core wounds can make us vulnerable to manipulation. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the state of the world, questioned your sanity while researching uncomfortable truths, or struggled to balance discernment with an open heart, this conversation will resonate.We also get into perception as the ultimate alchemical tool—how mastering it can modulate your nervous system, shift your biol

In this episode, I explore what it really takes to break free from the relationship patterns that keep us stuck—with trained educator and relationship expert Stefanos Sifandos. With a background in behavioral science, trauma, and somatics, Stefanos brings a grounded, embodied perspective to the way we love, attach, and relate to ourselves and others.We unpack how early experiences and unprocessed trauma quietly shape our nervous systems, our choices, and the dynamics we recreate in intimate relationships. Stefanos explains why awareness alone isn’t enough, and how lasting change requires working with the body—not just the mind—to rewire safety, trust, and emotional regulation. If you’ve ever found yourself repeating the same cycles despite years of “knowing better,” this conversation sheds light on why that happens and what actually helps shift it.We also talk about self-leadership, emotional responsibility, and what it means to cultivate a healthier sense of self without bypassing the discomfort that growth

What does it actually mean to be wild in the modern world—and why does it matter so much for our health, identity, and sense of belonging? In this episode, I explore those questions and more with Daniel Vitalis, host of the TV series WildFed and a lifelong advocate for reconnecting with nature through food, place, and embodied experience.We dive deep into what wildness really is—not as a romantic ideal, but as a lived, practical relationship with the natural world. Daniel shares how wild foods offer more than just nutrition; they provide feedback, resilience, and a kind of intelligence that modern systems have largely stripped away. We talk about how convenience culture has distanced us from our instincts, our land base, and even our own hunger cues, and why reclaiming these relationships is essential for both personal and ecological health.This conversation also weaves through nervous system regulation, ancestral skills, and the quiet confidence that comes from direct experience—whether that’s foraging, hunt

As we move into a new year, Alyson and I explore one of the most important skills of our time: discernment. In a world saturated with noise, manipulation, and endless information streams, this conversation is about reconnecting with what actually feels true—in your body, your heart, and your lived experience.We talk about why the traditional calendar feels increasingly out of sync with natural rhythms, and how ancient systems rooted in the sun, moon, and seasons offer a deeper sense of alignment. From there, we unpack how modern technology, media, and algorithm-driven platforms hijack attention, overstimulate the nervous system, and subtly pull us away from our inner guidance—often without us even realizing it.Alyson shares the practices that anchor her back into truth, including prayer, sacred fire, drumming, plant medicines, and daily rituals that reconnect her to Earth and spirit. We also get into the medicine of imperfection—why releasing the pressure to be flawless is essential for real growth, compassio

This episode goes deep into the strange, powerful, and often misunderstood terrain of psychedelics, consciousness, and human potential. I’m joined by Adam Butler, a psychedelic philosopher and long-time DMT psychonaut, whose work lives at the intersection of mental health, neuroplasticity, trauma healing, and radical self-exploration.Adam shares his personal transformation story—moving from addiction, chronic stress, and emotional repression into sobriety, balance, and embodied clarity—and how intentional psychedelic use played a pivotal role in that shift. We explore how compounds like DMT can act as catalysts for confronting fear, dissolving trauma patterns, and reprogramming deeply-ingrained mental and emotional loops when approached with discipline, reverence, and integration.From there, the conversation expands into the mechanics of the mind itself. We talk about neuroplasticity, meditation, lucid dreaming, tantric practices, and how these tools can be woven together to access altered states without bypa

This episode is a deep exploration of purpose, initiation, and what it truly means to live in right relationship with ourselves, each other, and the natural world. I’m joined by Tim Corcoran, founder of Purpose Mountain and co-director of Twin Eagles Wilderness School, whose life’s work is devoted to helping people reconnect with their soul-level calling through nature-based mentoring and rites of passage.Tim shares his personal journey from a conventional path in computer science to a life shaped by wilderness immersion, indigenous wisdom, and long-term mentorship. We explore the cultural gap created by the absence of meaningful rites of passage in modern society, and how that absence often leads people to unconsciously create their own initiations through suffering, addiction, or crisis. Tim offers a radically different framework—one rooted in intentional initiation, deep nature connection, and guided vision quests that help individuals discover who they are and why they’re here.We also dive into the mechan

Fertility, chronic illness, and children’s health are colliding in ways we can no longer ignore, and this conversation brings much-needed clarity to what’s happening beneath the surface. In this episode, I’m joined by Ann Shippy, MD, a board-certified internal medicine physician and functional medicine practitioner whose work is reshaping how we think about preconception, detoxification, and generational health.We explore Dr. Shippy’s personal healing journey, from severe gut illness and infertility to a complete career pivot into medicine, and how that experience shaped her systems-based approach to root-cause healing. From there, we dig into the modern fertility crisis, including declining sperm counts, rising miscarriage rates, and the alarming increase in childhood chronic disease, autism, and autoimmunity.This conversation centers on the preconception window, the months and years before pregnancy that determine the health of sperm, eggs, and ultimately future generations. We break down how toxins like mo