Ben Holt is the founder of Awakened Breath and Peaceful Warrior. Through these projects Ben and his team provide multiple transformational retreats, teacher trainings, courses, community events, and workshops every year both in person and online.

Ben's unique approach to the facilitation of healing and expansion focuses on a multi-dimensional, integrated model by combining a plethora of healing modalities both ancient and modern designed uniquely for each client him and his team work with. Ben's team is fully focused on providing the highest level of trauma informed facilitation and support for all of their clients and retreat participants.

Ultimately, this style of facilitation leads to gaining the priceless ability to self-regulate, and a felt-sense of empowerment so that they too can then become a holder of healing space for others.

On the episode Matt and Ben share their experiences with dealing with deep, intense emotions, and how breathwork, wellness practices and work-life balance play key roles in emotional regulation.

Find Ben's Work: https://www.connectandevolve.com/

https://instagram.com/connectandevolve/

https://www.instagram.com/awakenedbreath/

https://www.instagram.com/pwbrotherhood/

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https://www.MattXian.com

https://www.youtube.com/@xianarchive

On this episode of the Xian Archive Podcast, Matt is joined by music producer, drummer & DJ Zach Morillo. As the artist ‘ MORiLLO ’, Zach has released three albums, three ep's, and a multitude of singles and remixes on established labels such as Gravitas Recordings, Muti Music, High Vibe Records, Tribal Trap, Hybrid Trap, Simplify, and Play Me Records. As he continues to build his project, Zach’s music has been celebrated by music lovers and DJ's on stages and at festivals around the world.

During the conversation the two discuss Zach's musical path, his experiences with festivals, psychedelics and synchronicity. They also discuss ecstatic dance, musical gear, DAWS and mindset for creating, plus more.

At the young age of 7, Zach’s journey in music began when he became close friends with his next-door neighbors, the children of the late legendary drummer, Jeff Porcaro. Through spending time at Jeff’s house in Orlando, Florida, Zach was exposed to the life of a musician and first sat down behind a set of drums. He quickly discovered his natural talent and passion for music and rhythm. Making music has been his life’s focus ever since.

Zach attended the Music and Performing Arts magnet program at Dr. Phillips High School where he learned to master rudimentary skills, serving as the captain of the drum-line and studying privately with jazz greats, Danny Gottlieb and Joe Morello. His musical education continued at the University of Miami's Frost School of Music where he was awarded scholarship for a Jazz Drums major in the Studio Music and Jazz Bachelors program. During his time at UM, he quickly became one of the most sought after drummers in school and in the greater Miami and South Florida area. He performed regularly with many of the local hip-hop, reggae, and rock bands while working steadily in the corporate top-40 circuit.

With a desire to expand his opportunities across the music world, Zach moved to Los Angeles in 2012. He quickly found work as a touring drummer for internationally acclaimed artists RHYE, Childish Gambino, and Groundation and has traveled the world performing at the biggest and best festivals and venues like Coachella, Red Rocks, and The Hollywood Bowl. In addition, he has been creating and developing his own unique sound and identity through music production and djing.

Find Zach Morillo: https://www.morillomusic.com/

https://www.instagram.com/morillomusic

https://open.spotify.com/artist/6gKen78XIn1mdjEp3Gs84U?si=srOcTfgOQxOCtesBYXHOwg&nd=1&dlsi=47370092123c4018

Find Matt: https://instagram.com/xianarchive

https://www.MattXian.com

https://youtube.com/@xianarchive

On this episode Matt is joined once again by Michael Phillip, who is a writer, video creator and host of the podcast Third Eye Drops. Michael has released and appeared on hundreds of podcast episodes, melding minds with a wide range of multidisciplinary experts including scientists, artists, philosophers, spiritual teachers, bestselling authors, and viral personalities. He also hosts a YouTube channel where he ‘wonderdips’ into mind melting topics like Jungian Psychology, Psychedelics and Consciousness.

In this conversation Matt and Michael dive into the topic of Success. What is success? How do you know you have reached it? What do you do after you attain it? Is success an illusion? The two then dive into the Plato's Cave Allegory and how we can learn from it in daily life, spiritual practice and creativity. This is one of the best podcasts between the two - please enjoy.

Find Michael: https://www.instagram.com/third_eye_drops/

https://youtube.com/@thirdeyedrops

http://thirdeyedrops.com/

Find Matt: https://instagram.com/xianarchive

https://www.MattXian.com

https://youtube.com/@xianarchive

On this episode Matt sits down with Ken Shombala. Ken discovered during business school in 97’ that his true talent lay elsewhere. This realization led him to training with advanced yogis, Ayurvedic masters and traveling the world practicing both internal and external healing arts. By 25, he stepped in to substitute a class at an elite healing retreat in LA, and within a year, he became the manager of healing arts and classes at The Ashram in Malibu, serving a clientele that included Cindy Crawford and Oprah. While teaching at this high level for five years, Ken earned a master's in psychology, pursued half of a PhD, and continued his training with Kabbalah mystics, Korean samurai, and advanced alchemists.

Continuing his healing journey as a high school teacher in Maui, entrepreneur and founder of Alchemy Blends, one-on-one coach, and alchemist for the past 20 years, Ken's path has led to this moment with you.

Find Ken: www.instagram.com/alchemy_blends

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www.MattXian.com

On this episode Matt sits down with Bob Peck. Bob is a festival award-winning filmmaker, author, lawnmower, meditator, and a spiritual student of Christ, Krishna, the Buddha, and Paramahansa Yogananda. With bachelor’s degrees in Religious Studies & Radio-TV-Film from the University of Texas, he has made ‘conscious films’—spiritual & advocacy documentaries—since graduating in 2011. He’s also a Kriya Yoga practitioner through KYI and a certified mindfulness & meditation teacher. His day job is centered around ads and mindfulness in Big Tech. A native Austinite, he lives with his wife and young son in Austin, Texas. Original Sin Is A Lie is his first book.

Was Jesus a Yogi that traveled to India to study Kriya Yoga? Did he activate his Kundalini? How are Religions all connected? This and more on this episode! Enjoy.

Find Bob: https://www.instagram.com/bobpeck

https://www.originalsinisalie.com/

Find Matt: https://www.instagram.com/mattxian

https://www.mattxian.com

On this episode Matt sits down with Rob DiTeodoro. Rob is an artist whose mission is simple: to raise people's vibrations through his art. A devoted husband and father of four, Rob draws inspiration from the boundless curiosity and enthusiasm his children have for life and nature. As a former Marine and combat veteran, he brings the discipline and dedication he gained in the military into every aspect of his creative process.

Rob’s artwork is characterized by its playful, uplifting nature. His art features harmonious color schemes and fluid lines that are designed to spark joy and keep the viewer engaged. With a trippy and illustrative style rooted in his first love—drawing—Rob blends original characters with abstract shapes, producing one-of-a-kind pieces that captivate both the eyes and the mind. Primarily working with acrylic on canvas, Rob has also made his mark with large-scale outdoor murals, including several for Houston’s renowned HUE Mural Festival. His versatility extends to graphic design as well, having earned a BFA from West Chester University. Over the years, Rob has crafted countless logos and graphics, blending his passion for both traditional and digital media.

Find Rob: https://www.instagram.com/rob_diteodoro/

https://www.propulsiondesigns.org/

Find Matt: https://www.instagram.com/xianarchive

https://www.mattxian.com

On this episode Matt sits down with the man behind electronic music project Baxtak, Aryan Ashoori. Aryan is the founder of the progressive music label Outtallectuals, and is the manager and co-curator of the popular YouTube music channel Shivelight.

Growing up in Iran, Aryan developed a rebellious nature, attending hundreds of metal shows, and later electronic music shows and raves. After attempting to form a band, he eventually landed on creating music as a solo producer. He then began experimenting with psychedelics, leading him to an insight to found his own record label, Outtallectuals.

Later on he teamed up with the founder of Shivelight, Samaya, providing a fresh world-music taste to the curation of the channel. The collaboration between the two lead the channel to new heights, making it one of the most popular world & bass music channels on YouTube today.

Find Baxtak: https://soundcloud.com/baxtak

https://www.instagram.com/baxtak

Find Outtallectuals: https://soundcloud.com/Outtallectuals

https://www.instagram.com/outtallectuals

Find Shivelight: https://www.youtube.com/@Shivelight

https://www.instagram.com/ShivelightOfficial/

Find Matt: https://www.instagram.com/xianarchive

https://www.mattxian.com

For the season 7 premiere of the podcast Matt sits down with Brent Pella. Brent Pella is a stand up comedian and filmmaker whose videos have gained 500M+ views online and was recently named a "Creator to Watch" by the New York Comedy Festival. A graduate of both the full Groundlings and UCB improv/sketch programs, Brent is best known for his digital comedy content that often satirizes American politics and trending social/cultural issues, as well as his viral celebrity impressions of CA governor Gavin Newsom, Eminem, Joe Rogan and more.

On stage, Brent has been a cast member of MTV's Wild 'N Out since season 16, and currently tours the US performing stand-up at comedy clubs, colleges and music festivals throughout the country. His debut comedy special is set to release in early Spring 2024.

Brent has written and directed commercial campaigns for national brands including Hopdoddy Restaurants and Black Rifle Coffee under his production company Good Trip Entertainment. Brent also hosts the Good Trip Podcast, a 10-part series of conversations around psychedelics. Past guests have included Rock Doblin (founder, MAPS), David Bronner (CEO, Dr. Bronner's) and others.

Enjoy the episode!

Find Brent: https://www.brentpella.com/

https://instagram.com/brentpella

https://youtube.com/c/brentpella

Find Matt: https://mattxian.com

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