Welcome to Joey's Taxi: Conversations from the Seat of Awareness — a podcast where meaningful conversations unfold in motion. Join host Joey Collazo as he picks up fellow travelers on the road of self-discovery, spirituality, creativity, and transformation. Each episode offers grounded insights, personal stories, and thought-provoking moments — all from the front seat of awareness. Buckle up — your journey starts here.
Mindful Presence & Psychedelic Integration — with Mahyar (Part 2)
In Part 2 of my conversation with Māhā (Mahyar), we explore what it means to co-create mindful communities and why psychedelic integration is essential for healing and growth. Mahyar shares the story of Deskvana, reflections on loving-kindness, and how presence deepens our connections with others.
We also touch on mindfulness in everyday life, relational awareness, and even Robin Williams — a reminder of the impact of presence, laughter, and compassion.
00:00 Mindfulness and the Pause Between Stimulus and Response
04:57 The Power of Mindful Breathing
06:41 Loving Kindness in Meditation
07:34 The Birth of Deskvana
12:09 The Importance of Psychedelic Integration
19:18 Presence and Relational Mindfulness
29:02 The Impact of Robin Williams
Mahyar’s Links ⬇️
Website
https://www.responsibilitytoawe.com/ (https://www.responsibilitytoawe.com/)
Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/mahyar (https://www.instagram.com/mahyar)
Spotify playlist
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1xwbwt6K64svcugFMDNxav?si=ee051ea9f9b64bec&nd=1&dlsi=816d2bc177c248b0 (https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1xwbwt6K64svcugFMDNxav?si=ee051ea9f9b64bec&nd=1&dlsi=816d2bc177c248b0)
Joey’s Links ⬇️
Website
https://joeycollazo.com/ (https://joeycollazo.com/)
Free 10-minute Guided Meditation
https://forms.gle/xis39FSG7r1gJmAH8 (https://forms.gle/xis39FSG7r1gJmAH8)
Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/joeycollazo.mindful (https://www.instagram.com/joeycollazo.mindful)
Guest Submitted Photo / Artwork
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1vxFbXPdoNbwtkbUxnF_LI13rfAV6xgEd?usp=drive_link (https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1vxFbXPdoNbwtkbUxnF_LI13rfAV6xgEd?usp=drive_link)
16 Sept 2025
From Tech to Mindfulness: A Conversation with Mahyar (Part 1)
In this first part of my conversation with Māhā (Mahyar), we explore the journey from working at Apple to training as a mindfulness facilitator at UCLA. With a presence that feels like still water, Mahyar shares reflections on breath, masculinity, and the power of human connection.
We talk about mindfulness as a pause, meditation as a life-saving practice, and the importance of being truly seen. It’s not about answers — it’s about awakening.
00:00 Introduction to Mindfulness and Connection
03:19 The Power of Human Connection
07:19 Journey from Technology to Mindfulness
11:24 Meditation as a Life-Saving Practice
15:58 Exploring Masculinity and Identity
19:28 The Importance of Being Seen
Mahyar’s links ⬇️
Website
https://www.responsibilitytoawe.com/ (https://www.responsibilitytoawe.com/)
Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/mahyar (https://www.instagram.com/mahyar)
Spotify playlist
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1xwbwt6K64svcugFMDNxav?si=ee051ea9f9b64bec&nd=1&dlsi=816d2bc177c248b0 (https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1xwbwt6K64svcugFMDNxav?si=ee051ea9f9b64bec&nd=1&dlsi=816d2bc177c248b0)
Joey’s Links ⬇️
Website
https://joeycollazo.com/ (https://joeycollazo.com/)
Free 10-minute Guided Meditation
https://forms.gle/xis39FSG7r1gJmAH8 (https://forms.gle/xis39FSG7r1gJmAH8)
Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/joeycollazo.mindful (https://www.instagram.com/joeycollazo.mindful)
Guest Submitted Photo / Artwork
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1vxFbXPdoNbwtkbUxnF_LI13rfAV6xgEd?usp=drive_link (https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1vxFbXPdoNbwtkbUxnF_LI13rfAV6xgEd?usp=drive_link)
2 Sept 2025
Travel, Tension & Togetherness: Lessons from Our Honeymoon
In this solo episode, I share the highs and challenges of traveling with my partner Ana — from our honeymoon in the Azores Islands to celebrating our 1-year wedding anniversary with her family in mainland Portugal.
It wasn’t all smooth sailing. We faced stress and friction, but through honest reflection and mindful pauses — a hug, eye contact, and a kiss — we learned how to reconnect and choose our next steps together. This is a story about love, compassion, and staying aligned on the journey.
00:15 Traveling Together: A Journey of Connection
07:49 Mindfulness in Travel: Finding Balance
16:37 Reflections on Growth: Navigating Relationships
Joey’s Social Links
https://linktr.ee/innerlens (https://linktr.ee/innerlens)
Joey’s Website
https://joeycollazo.com/ (https://joeycollazo.com/)
FREE Mindful Mobile Photo Guide
https://innerlens.kit.com/starter (https://innerlens.kit.com/starter)
19 Aug 2025
Surfing, Stress & the Flow of Life — with Daniel Kukshaus
In this episode, I talk with psychologist and Ocean Fused Training co-founder Daniel Kukshaus about what surfing can teach us about stress, resilience, and self-leadership. We explore how burnout led both of us to take big pauses in life, why tension can hold us back, and how to blend physical movement with mindfulness for lasting change.
From Berlin to the Canary Islands, from waves to work — it’s all about learning to ride with more flow and less force.
00:20 Introduction to Daniel Kukshaus
04:03 Journey to Tenerife and Ocean Fused Training
08:26 Integrating Surfing and Yoga for Resilience
12:11 The Role of Meditation in Stress Management
16:37 Building Trust and Connection in Group Settings
20:27 Personal Stories and Transformative Experiences
23:47 Finding Presence in Daily Life
Daniel’s Links:
Website
https://www.oceanfusedtraining.com/ (https://www.oceanfusedtraining.com/)
Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/share/16cRkkzmjb/ (https://www.facebook.com/share/16cRkkzmjb/)
Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/oceanfusedtraining?igsh=MW5oMjJpaDFub3E1ag== (https://www.instagram.com/oceanfusedtraining?igsh=MW5oMjJpaDFub3E1ag==)
LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/company/ocean-fused-training (https://www.linkedin.com/company/ocean-fused-training)
Joey’s Social Links
https://linktr.ee/innerlens (https://linktr.ee/innerlens)
Joey’s Website
https://joeycollazo.com/ (https://joeycollazo.com/)
FREE Mindful Mobile Photo Guide
https://innerlens.kit.com/starter (https://innerlens.kit.com/starter)
Guest Submitted Photo
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1vxFbXPdoNbwtkbUxnF_LI13rfAV6xgEd?usp=drive_link (https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1vxFbXPdoNbwtkbUxnF_LI13rfAV6xgEd?usp=drive_link)
8 Aug 2025
The Gift of Vision & the Illusion of Pixel Media
In this solo episode, I reflect on the gift of sight — inspired by rewatching See on Apple TV — and how different our world might be without it. What if we couldn’t compare, judge, or scroll? I explore how vision shapes our perception of beauty, suffering, and connection, and share my new take on social media: pixel media — a reminder that what we see online is just pixels, not personal truth.
Joey’s Social Links
https://linktr.ee/innerlens (https://linktr.ee/innerlens)
Joey’s Website
https://joeycollazo.com/ (https://joeycollazo.com/)
FREE Mindful Mobile Photo Guide
https://innerlens.kit.com/starter (https://innerlens.kit.com/starter)
00:00 Exploring the World of See on Apple TV
02:34 Perception & Reality: The Gift of Sight
05:30 The Impact of Sight on Social Media and Comparison
08:25 Redefining Beauty and Relationships
11:21 Mindfulness and The Gift of Vision
16:09 Intentionality vs. Escapism in Our Perception
23 Jul 2025
Walking Through the Fog — with Tobi Weghorn
If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, please know you are not alone. Support is available.
For immediate help, you can contact:
International: https://findahelpline.com (https://findahelpline.com) — a global directory of mental health and crisis resources.
US: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline — call or text 988.
UK: Samaritans — call 116 123.
Spain: Fundación ANAR — call 900 202 010 (for adults and youth).
Please reach out — talking to someone can help.
In this episode, I sit down with Tobi Weghorn — co-founder of metaFox and host of Making of a Coach — to talk about mental health, grief, and the messy, beautiful process of walking toward the unknown.
We swap stories about our tech backgrounds, family struggles, and how photography, meditation, and community have helped us navigate loss and uncertainty. Tobi shares how his father's passing shaped his work in coaching and why sometimes, life really is just… a walk through the fog.
FREE Coaching Tools Handbook:
https://metafox.eu/products/coaching-tools-pdf (https://metafox.eu/products/coaching-tools-pdf)
metaFox Podcast:
https://metafox.eu/pages/the-making-of-a-coach-podcast (https://metafox.eu/pages/the-making-of-a-coach-podcast)
metaFox Website:
metafox.eu (http://metafox.eu)
Tobi’s LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tobiasweghorn/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/tobiasweghorn/)
Joey’s Social Links: https://linktr.ee/innerlens (https://linktr.ee/innerlens)
Joey’s Website: https://joeycollazo.com/ (https://joeycollazo.com/)
FREE Mindful Mobile Photo Guide: https://innerlens.kit.com/starter (https://innerlens.kit.com/starter)
Guest Submitted Artwork: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1vxFbXPdoNbwtkbUxnF_LI13rfAV6xgEd?usp=drive_link (https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1vxFbXPdoNbwtkbUxnF_LI13rfAV6xgEd?usp=drive_link)
Show Notes:
00:00 Introduction to Tobi and metaFox
02:57 The Significance of Personal Reflection
06:17 Journey from Engineering to Mental Health
09:11 Navigating Personal Challenges and Mental Health
13:19 The Impact of Personal Experiences on Professional Path
14:35 Practices for Mindfulness and Presence
17:19 Exploring Meditation Techniques
20:21 Integration After Retreats and Experiences
24:25 Facing the Fog: Uncertainty in Life
26:35 Conclusion and Resources for Further Exploration
16 Jul 2025
10-Minute Body Awareness Meditation
In this short guided meditation, we’ll drop into the body and gently tune into sensations — a simple practice inspired by Vipassana and mindfulness traditions. Perfect for centering yourself anytime you need a reset.
Joey’s Social Links: https://linktr.ee/innerlens (https://linktr.ee/innerlens)
Joey’s Website: https://joeycollazo.com/ (https://joeycollazo.com/)
FREE Mindful Mobile Photo Guide: https://innerlens.kit.com/starter (https://innerlens.kit.com/starter)
9 Jul 2025
Surrender, Loneliness & Surfing the Waves of Life
After my chat with Sarah, I sat with some big reminders — about surrender, timing, and what it really means to be alone but not lonely. In this solo reflection, I share what came up for me: learning to trust life’s rhythms, showing up for myself, and the quiet art of going with the flow.
Sarah’s Instagrams:
https://www.instagram.com/thesarahcurtenaz (https://www.instagram.com/thesarahcurtenaz)
https://www.instagram.com/thesarahconcept (https://www.instagram.com/thesarahcurtenaz)
Sarah’s Websites and Workshops:
https://www.thesarahconcept.com/ (https://www.thesarahconcept.com/)
https://www.bytsc.com/ (https://www.bytsc.com/)
Joey’s Social Links: https://linktr.ee/innerlens (https://linktr.ee/innerlens)
Joey’s Website: https://joeycollazo.com/ (https://joeycollazo.com/)
FREE Mindful Mobile Photo Guide: https://innerlens.kit.com/starter (https://innerlens.kit.com/starter)
Guest Submitted Artwork: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1vxFbXPdoNbwtkbUxnF_LI13rfAV6xgEd?usp=drive_link (https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1vxFbXPdoNbwtkbUxnF_LI13rfAV6xgEd?usp=drive_link)
Show notes:
00:00 Reflections on The Sarah Concept
03:15 The Importance of Safe Spaces
05:39 Letting Go and Surrendering to Life
10:44 Finding Awareness and Presence
15:00 Balancing Self-Care and Community Needs
2 Jul 2025
Universe Timing, Safe Spaces & The Sarah Concept — with Sarah
Joey Collazo interviews Sarah Curtenaz from The Sarah Concept, who discusses trusting life's timing and building creative safe spaces, highlighting the universe's unique clock.
25 Jun 2025
Felt Sense, Forgotten Selves & The Gift of Pausing
Host JOEY COLLAZO reflects on therapeutic photography, forgotten selves, and the importance of pausing to greet reactions with kindness, exploring resilience and the body's wisdom.
25 Jun 2025
Self-Portraits, Shadows & the Felt Sense — with Kat Mahale
Photographer Kat Mahale discusses the healing power of self-portraiture with host Joey Collazo, exploring how images reflect our inner world and foster self-compassion through the felt sense in this interview.
25 Jun 2025
Origins - From Apple Store Burnout to Island Life
Host JOEY COLLAZO shares his transformative journey from Bronx upbringing and Apple Store burnout to finding a new life chapter teaching English in Spain and embracing mindfulness.
29 May 2025
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