Beholden

About Beholden

Beholden is a podcast in which an amalgam of folks discuss their lives – their dreams, hopes, challenges. Listening to one another with attention and curiosity can disarm aggression and othering by helping us remember: We have a shared humanity, we are entangled with one another. We are beholden. This podcast is hosted by Ignite Well-being (https://ignitewell-being.com/), located in the western suburbs of Chicago, IL.

Publisher

Ignite Well-being

Category

religion & spirituality · science · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

26 Mar 2025

Latest episode

26 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

29 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   26 Oct 2026

   "We are individuals, but what we do affects other people. And, what humans do in general affects the planet and cultures and other countries and everything else” with Loyd Auerbach_Episode 29

   Loyd Auerbach, MS, is a world-recognized paranormal authority and parapsychologist with a graduate degree in Parapsychology and thousands of media appearances. He has been in the field for over 45 years and is the author or coauthor of nine books on the paranormal including the 2nd edition of A Paranormal Casebook, as well as Psychic Dreaming, ESP Wars: East & West, and the classic ESP, Hauntings and Poltergeists. He is coauthor of two novels in the paranormal mystery series: Near Death: A Raney/Daye Investigation and its sequel, After Life. He is Director of the Office of Paranormal Investigations, President of the Forever Family Foundation, on faculty at Atlantic University, and President of the Board of Directors of the Rhine Research Center where he teaches online Parapsychology courses through the Rhine Education Center. Besides all that, he is a professional mentalist and a past president of the Psychic Entertainers Association, performing as Professor Paranormal -- and he also occasionally does his thing as a professional chocolatier. In this episode, Loyd discusses some of the scientific understandings of parapsychology, his upbringing and development into a parapsychologist, one of his most memorable experiences as well as the challenges with studying the topic as well as working in the field. To connect with Loyd: Visit his podcast channel at www.YouTube.com/@askprofessorparanormal (http://www.youtube.com/@askprofessorparanormal), his media page at www.YouTube.com/@loydauerbach (http://www.youtube.com/@loydauerbach), and his website at www.loydauerbach.com (http://www.loydauerbach.com/) Link to Rhine Edcuation Center where Loyd instructs https://www.rhineedu.org/ (https://www.rhineedu.org/) For transcripts of this show, please email ignitewellbeing.naperville@gmail.com with ‘Transcripts’ in the subject line and/or check your favorite podcast provider, as oftentimes they supply transcription services. If you are interested in book recommendations related to topics discussed, including sexuality, please see Allison's bookshop on Bookshop.org (https://bookshop.org/shop/Ignitewell-being)Purchasing books through Bookshop offers greater support to authors as well as curators, such as Allison. *Please note that the opinions and experiences of those interviewed in this podcast are not necessarily the opinions and experiences of the interviewer. One of the intents of this podcast is to interview a variety of people with a variety of experiences and opinions.* If you are interested in participating in a future podcast, which involves thoughtful, caring, and connecting conversations to encourage proximity and a sense of interconnection, please email ignitewellbeing.naperville@gmail.com with ‘Participate’ in the subject line. To learn more about Ignite Well-being, in the suburbs of Chicago, and/or the host, Allison, please see their website (https://ignitewell-being.com/), Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/ignitewellbeing), Substack (https://substack.com/@ignitewellbeingnaperville) or Linktree (https://linktr.ee/ignitewellbeing). Listeners may schedule with Allison on Calendly. (https://calendly.com/ignitewellbeing-naperville) Deepest bow to the paid supporters on Patreon, who make this work more financially sustainable. Sincere apologies for sound artifacts resulting from impaired WiFi connectivity from a major communications carrier and/or flaws within recording equipment. Thank you to Pixabay and SergePavkinMusic for the song used in the podcast. And thank you to cloudconvert and Audacity for making podcasting more accessible.

2. 

   11 Aug 2026

   "For me, trans people just want to be here; they don’t need your permission” with Diana_Episode 28

   Diana Piedra has dedicated her life to self-expression, exploration, and healing through the practices of yoga and dance. She received her certification in Yogic Arts from Duncan Wong at Moksha Yoga in Chicago in 2002. Yogic Arts is a unique and creative practice that blends the discipline and precision of martial arts with the fluidity of Ashtanga and Vinyasa yoga. Yoga quickly became an essential part of Diana's life, providing grounding and balance as she navigated the challenges of being a young mother, a working professional, and living with ADD. Her journey of study continued with certifications in Prenatal Yoga with Rhonda Kantor and Fertility Yoga through Pulling Down the Moon, both in Chicago. Serving and honoring women before, during, and after birth became a deep passion, ultimately leading to her certification as a doula in 2018. Diana has also taught yoga for individuals recovering from addiction at a local treatment center. She believes her calling to facilitate healing is among the most meaningful aspects of her life's work. Her energetic, compassionate, and occasionally humorous teaching style creates a space where students can learn, grow, laugh, and find joy—even in the most challenging poses. In 2020, Diana completed her Meditation Facilitator Training through CHILL Anywhere, further expanding her commitment to mindful living and emotional well-being. More than two decades of teaching have offered countless opportunities for growth and reflection. Diana remains deeply grateful for the wisdom of the many teachers who have influenced her path, including Seane Corn, Shiva Rea, Nancy Gilgoff, Rod Stryker, Sharon Gannon, David Life, Sharon Denton, Dharma Mittra, Kino MacGregor, and Rolf Gates, among many others. Today, Diana continues to walk her path with humility, curiosity, and an open heart. She remains devoted to teaching, lifelong learning, and being of service—particularly within the fertility and addiction recovery communities. Her classes offer a grounded yet ever-evolving approach to the ancient practice of yoga, inviting students to reconnect with themselves through movement, breath, presence, and compassion. In this podcast, Diana discusses her mixed race identity, her commitment to community, as well as being a parent to a trans (adult) child. To connect with Diana, find her on social media @diana_yogaflow or via email diana.piedra1@gmail.com Links related to content in this episode: The Trevor Project (https://www.thetrevorproject.org/) Howard Brown (https://howardbrown.org/) Lurie Children’s hospital (https://www.luriechildrens.org/) It Gets Better (https://itgetsbetter.org/) 988 Lifeline (https://988lifeline.org/) Safe2HelpIL (https://www.safe2helpil.com/) NAOMI (https://namiillinois.org/) Mental Health First Aid (https://mentalhealthfirstaid.org/) WPATH (https://wpath.org/) Trans Bodies, Trans Selves (http://transbodies.com/) Moms Demand Action (https://momsdemandaction.org/) Bonfire (https://redwine.blue/network/bonfire/) Reclaim 13 (https://www.reclaim13.org/) For transcripts of this show, please email ignitewellbeing.naperville@gmail.com with ‘Transcripts’ in the subject line and/or check your favorite podcast provider, as oftentimes they supply transcription services. If you are interested in book recommendations related to topics discussed, including sexuality, please see Allison's bookshop on Bookshop.org (https://bookshop.org/shop/Ignitewell-being)Purchasing books through Bookshop offers greater support to authors as well as curators, such as Allison. *Please note that the opinions and experiences of those interviewed in this podcast are not necessarily the opinions and experiences of the interviewer. One of the intents of this podcast is to interview a variety of people with a variety of experiences and opinions.* If you are interested in participating in a future podcast, which involves thoughtful, caring, and connecting conversations to encourage proximity and a sense of interconnection, please email ignitewellbeing.naperville@gmail.com with ‘Participate’ in the subject line. To learn more about Ignite Well-being, in the suburbs of Chicago, and/or the host, Allison, please see their website (https://ignitewell-being.com/), Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/ignitewellbeing), Substack (https://substack.com/@ignitewellbeingnaperville) or Linktree (https://linktr.ee/ignitewellbeing). Listeners may schedule with Allison on Calendly. (https://calendly.com/ignitewellbeing-naperville) Deepest bow to the paid supporters on Patreon, who make this work more financially sustainable. Sincere apologies for sound artifacts resulting from impaired WiFi connectivity from a major communications carrier and/or flaws within recording equipment. Thank you to Pixabay and SergePavkinMusic for the song used in the podcast. And thank you to cloudconvert and Audacity for making podcasting more accessible.

3. 

   5 Jun 2026

   “The K is for Kind…..I changed my name because of infant circumcision” with Brother K_Episode 27

   Please note this episode discusses what culture would consider “challenging” topics, such as genitals, consent, and suicide while using direct, scientific, anatomical language. Similar discussions, similar language, similar topics are widely available online often without this warning; however, as a sign of respect and care, it is worth repeating - listener discretion is advised for the sensitive listener. Brother K was born in Miami in 1947 and grew up in New Orleans. He studied journalism at the University of Illinois, where he earned his degree in 1969. He protested against circumcision at the California State Capital in 1980, a protest that the Associated Press and other media reported locally and across the nation. In 1986 he changed his name to Brother K in California Superior Court, an act of protest against his circumcision at birth. He formed Bloodstained Men in 2012 and has protested in cities from coast to coast. Links to learn more about and connect with Brother K: https://www.bloodstainedmen.com/ (https://www.bloodstainedmen.com/) (with social media links at the bottom of this page) https://www.bloodstainedmen.com/donate/ (https://www.bloodstainedmen.com/donate/) to support their work with donations Papers mentioned: https://publications.aap.org/pediatrics/article/130/3/e756/30225/Male-Circumcision (https://publications.aap.org/pediatrics/article/130/3/e756/30225/Male-Circumcision) https://publications.aap.org/pediatrics/article/131/4/796/31907/Cultural-Bias-in-the-AAP-s-2012-Technical-Report (https://publications.aap.org/pediatrics/article/131/4/796/31907/Cultural-Bias-in-the-AAP-s-2012-Technical-Report) Person mentioned: Leonard Glick https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/ajs-review/article/abs/marked-in-your-flesh-circumcision-from-ancient-judea-to-modern-america/6DB0C9CB30C01C0622100219DCFBDA4B (https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/ajs-review/article/abs/marked-in-your-flesh-circumcision-from-ancient-judea-to-modern-america/6DB0C9CB30C01C0622100219DCFBDA4B) https://www.anthropology-news.org/articles/leonard-b-glick/ (https://www.anthropology-news.org/articles/leonard-b-glick/) Legal case mentioned: 2019 Michigan: https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/detroit/2019/09/19/congress-female-genital-mutilation-detroit-michigan-prosecution-doctors/2369275001/?gnt-cfr=1&gca-cat=p&gca-uir=true&gca-epti=z1199xxe1199xxv003741d--41--b--41--&gca-ft=198&gca-ds=sophi (https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/detroit/2019/09/19/congress-female-genital-mutilation-detroit-michigan-prosecution-doctors/2369275001/?gnt-cfr=1&gca-cat=p&gca-uir=true&gca-epti=z1199xxe1199xxv003741d--41--b--41--&gca-ft=198&gca-ds=sophi) https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/local/detroit-city/2019/04/12/feds-abandon-female-genital-mutilation-fight/3445497002/?gnt-cfr=1&gca-cat=p&gca-uir=true&gca-epti=z1112xxe1112xxv003660d--40--b--40--&gca-ft=172&gca-ds=sophi (https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/local/detroit-city/2019/04/12/feds-abandon-female-genital-mutilation-fight/3445497002/?gnt-cfr=1&gca-cat=p&gca-uir=true&gca-epti=z1112xxe1112xxv003660d--40--b--40--&gca-ft=172&gca-ds=sophi) https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35296812/ (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35296812/) Background on female circumcision/FGM in the US (note that Playboy endorsed it in 1973 on their cover): http://www.drmomma.org/2009/09/history-of-female-circumcision-in.html (http://www.drmomma.org/2009/09/history-of-female-circumcision-in.html) Related resources: https://www.yourwholebaby.org/ (https://www.yourwholebaby.org/) An organization that offers education and support for parents https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ud-cTDfKd8 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ud-cTDfKd8) A lecture by Dr. Ryan McAllister https://www.doctorsopposingcircumcision.org/ (https://www.doctorsopposingcircumcision.org/) Doctors Opposing Circumcision, an organization for professionals and parents https://tlctugger.com/ (https://tlctugger.com/) For those curious about a foreskin restoration device https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/journal-of-biosocial-science/article/abs/ageincidence-and-prevalence-of-hiv-among-intact-and-circumcised-men-an-analysis-of-phia-surveys-in-southern-africa/CAA7E7BD5A9844F41C6B7CC3573B9E50 (https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/journal-of-biosocial-science/article/abs/ageincidence-and-prevalence-of-hiv-among-intact-and-circumcised-men-an-analysis-of-phia-surveys-in-southern-africa/CAA7E7BD5A9844F41C6B7CC3573B9E50) Study finds no difference in HIV status among circumcised vs intact men in South Africa On religion and tradition: https://intactamerica.org/ethical-debate-behind-circumcision/ (https://intactamerica.org/ethical-debate-behind-circumcision/) On Judaism and circumcision: https://intactamerica.org/rethinking-jewish-circumcision-brit-shalom-as-a-peaceful-intact-alternative/ (https://intactamerica.org/rethinking-jewish-circumcision-brit-shalom-as-a-peaceful-intact-alternative/) (Jewish alternative to circumcision) https://www.yourwholebaby.org/judaism?rq=jewish (https://www.yourwholebaby.org/judaism?rq=jewish) On Islam and circumcision: https://www.yourwholebaby.org/islam?rq=islam (https://www.yourwholebaby.org/islam?rq=islam) https://applications.emro.who.int/dsaf/dsa54.pdf (https://applications.emro.who.int/dsaf/dsa54.pdf) https://www.researchgate.net/publication/362248413_'Wounded_religious_masculinities'_Muslim_men's_opposition_against_male_circumcision_in_Turkey (https://www.researchgate.net/publication/362248413_) https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3516177/ (https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3516177/) On the history of circumcision in the US, early 20th century: https://www.history.com/articles/dr-john-kellogg-cereal-wellness-wacky-sanitarium-treatments (https://www.history.com/articles/dr-john-kellogg-cereal-wellness-wacky-sanitarium-treatments) Check out Brother K’s interview on Tosh 2.0: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eyGwCcHLupE (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eyGwCcHLupE) For transcripts of this show, please email ignitewellbeing.naperville@gmail.com with ‘Transcripts’ in the subject line and/or check your favorite podcast provider, as oftentimes they supply transcription services. If you are interested in book recommendations related to topics discussed, including sexuality and consent, please see Allison's bookshop on Bookshop.org (https://bookshop.org/shop/Ignitewell-being)Purchasing books through Bookshop offers greater support to authors as well as curators, such as Allison. *Please note that the opinions and experiences of those interviewed in this podcast are not necessarily the opinions and experiences of the interviewer. One of the intents of this podcast is to interview a variety of people with a variety of experiences and opinions.* If you are interested in participating in a future podcast, which involves thoughtful, caring, and connecting conversations to encourage proximity and a sense of interconnection, please email ignitewellbeing.naperville@gmail.com with ‘Participate’ in the subject line. To learn more about Ignite Well-being, in the suburbs of Chicago, and/or the host, Allison, please see their website (https://ignitewell-being.com/), Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/ignitewellbeing), Substack (https://substack.com/@ignitewellbeingnaperville) or Linktree (https://linktr.ee/ignitewellbeing). Listeners may schedule with Allison on Calendly. (https://calendly.com/ignitewellbeing-naperville) Deepest bow to the paid supporters on Patreon, who make this work more financially sustainable. Sincere apologies for sound artifacts resulting from impaired WiFi connectivity from a major...

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Apple Podcasts (US)

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