What If It's Possible

About What If It's Possible

What If It’s Possible is a weekly podcast exploring what becomes possible when we understand ourselves more clearly and question the conditioning underneath how we live, relate, and build. Through conversations across science, spirituality, psychology, creativity, systems change, and culture, the show challenges assumptions, connects unexpected dots, and uncovers tangible new ways of thinking, living, and creating a better future.

Publisher

Jimmy Huynh

Category

society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

5 Jun 2026

Latest episode

27 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

20 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   27 Oct 2026

   Can 10,000 Hugs Change the World? | Mark Abrams

   What if you only had 3 months to live? What if a simple, spontaneous hug from a stranger could completely alter the trajectory of your day or even your life? Is it possible to counteract modern loneliness and social division through small, intentional acts of human connection? In this episode of What If It's Possible, host Jimmy Huynh sits down with Mark Abrams, founder of Circle.Love. Since 2016, Mark has embraced over 10,000 strangers across the United States on a mission to fight loneliness, dissolve societal barriers, and cultivate genuine human connection. How does a music festival moment turn into a nationwide street movement? Mark shares the pivotal story behind his project, from receiving a tattered card after asking tough-looking strangers for hugs to undergoing a life-changing death meditation during a health scare. He unpacks why stepping out of our comfort zone to embrace people who look different from us can dismantle prejudice and open our hearts. The dialogue then moves into the creation of Circle.Love and its pass-it-forward cards. Mark explains how these trackable tokens of appreciation travel around the globe, allowing people to leave digital notes, track their card’s global journey, and see the exact impact of their kindness. Jimmy and Mark also reflect on why so many people are hesitant to receive unexpected generosity and how small gestures can break through our daily defense mechanisms. As the conversation continues, Jimmy and Mark explore what it really means to fight for connection in an era dominated by digital noise, AI deepfakes, and cultural division. Mark shares his core life philosophy on how to love more, give more, and practice radical kindness while maintaining healthy boundaries. This episode is essential listening for anyone navigating loneliness, social entrepreneurs and creators, champions of community building, and anyone seeking inspiration to spread hope, warmth, and optimism in their daily life. Three Key Ideas to Remember: Stepping out of your comfort zone to connect with people who look different from you dismantles projection and builds genuine empathy. Small, spontaneous acts of kindness carry an exponential ripple effect that outlasts the initial interaction. In an increasingly digital and divided world, leaning into presence, listening, and 1-on-1 human connection is our most powerful practice. Connect with Mark Abrams: • Website: circle.love ~ follow the path of kindness (https://circle.love/) • Personal Website: https://www.markabrams.love/ (https://www.markabrams.love/) • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dvarata/ (https://www.facebook.com/dvarata/) Connect with Jimmy Huynh: • Instagram (Podcast): https://www.instagram.com/what.if.its.possible.podcast/ (https://www.instagram.com/what.if.its.possible.podcast/) • Instagram (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/jimmy.serendipity/ (https://www.instagram.com/jimmy.serendipity/) • Instagram (Lab): https://www.instagram.com/life.transformation.lab/ (https://www.instagram.com/life.transformation.lab/) • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jimmy.serendipity (https://www.tiktok.com/@jimmy.serendipity) • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fulfilledjourney (https://www.youtube.com/@fulfilledjourney) • Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3cNC09rctLtuGNV4nfJ0s8 (https://open.spotify.com/show/3cNC09rctLtuGNV4nfJ0s8) • Website: https://www.fulfilledjourney.com/link-in-bio (https://www.fulfilledjourney.com/link-in-bio) Enjoyed this conversation? If this episode brightened your day or inspired you to share a little more kindness, please take 5 seconds to leave a 5-star rating on Spotify and tap follow! It directly helps us share these inspiring stories with more people. Pass this episode along to someone who could use a virtual hug today, and let us know your favorite moment in the Spotify Q&A below!

2. 

   3 Oct 2026

   Is Your Spiritual Growth Actually a Gilded Cage? | Julian Royce

   What happens when a lifelong quest for ultimate truth leads from 100-day silent meditation retreats to the dust of Burning Man? Is it possible that our obsession with self-improvement and spiritual perfection is just another gold-plated cage keeping us from true connection? In this episode of What If It's Possible, host Jimmy Huynh sits down with Julian Royce, a psychotherapist, psychedelic integration guide, and host of A State of Mind Podcast. From discovering Buddhism as an 18-year-old seeker to undergoing intensive monastic-style retreats and earning a master's in psychotherapy, Julian shares how his multifaceted journey re-shaped his understanding of identity, healing, and the mind. How does someone transition from strict, silent meditation to facilitating deep 1-on-1 psychedelic therapy? Julian reflects on the limitations of traditional spiritual paths, unpacking why rigid routines can sometimes act as a trap, and why true transformation often requires permission to fully express ourselves rather than sitting in silence. The dialogue then moves into the nature of human consciousness and connection. Why do so many people feel deeply unfulfilled despite having material comfort, and how do unique temporary environments like Burning Man act as a "permission field" to drop our everyday social masks? Julian breaks down the Buddhist concept of "no self," explaining how our identity is constantly changing based on our surroundings and why leaning into that flexibility allows for real personal evolution. As the conversation continues, Jimmy and Julian explore the power of focused 1-on-1 attention in trauma work. How can intentional 1-on-1 presence activate deep nervous system healing, and why is becoming your own teacher the ultimate goal of any spiritual or therapeutic journey? This episode is essential listening for anyone navigating spiritual burnout, individuals curious about psychedelic integration and therapy, meditators seeking a balanced approach to practice, and anyone looking to live an authentic, self-expressed life. Three Key Ideas to Remember: Adopting a perspective of "no self" allows you to realize that your identity is non-fixed and contextual, meaning you always hold the power to transform and express a new version of yourself. Self-improvement practices can become "gilded cages" if used as an idealization to evade real-world responsibility or genuine human connection. Deep, focused 1-on-1 attention, whether in therapy or close relationships, creates a unique container for nervous system healing that solo practices cannot replicate. Connect with Julian Royce: • Website: https://astateofmindcounseling.org/ (https://astateofmindcounseling.org/) • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/julianoceann/ (https://www.instagram.com/julianoceann/) • YouTube / Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@astateofmindpodcast (https://www.youtube.com/@astateofmindpodcast) Connect with Jimmy Huynh: • Instagram (Podcast): https://www.instagram.com/what.if.its.possible.podcast/ (https://www.instagram.com/what.if.its.possible.podcast/) • Instagram (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/jimmy.serendipity/ (https://www.instagram.com/jimmy.serendipity/) • Instagram (Lab): https://www.instagram.com/life.transformation.lab/ (https://www.instagram.com/life.transformation.lab/) • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jimmy.serendipity (https://www.tiktok.com/@jimmy.serendipity) • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fulfilledjourney (https://www.youtube.com/@fulfilledjourney) • Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3cNC09rctLtuGNV4nfJ0s8 (https://open.spotify.com/show/3cNC09rctLtuGNV4nfJ0s8) • Website: https://www.fulfilledjourney.com/link-in-bio (https://www.fulfilledjourney.com/link-in-bio) If this episode shifted your perspective, take 5 seconds to tap the 5-star rating on Spotify and follow the show! It directly helps us bring you more deep, mind-expanding conversations every week. Share this episode with a friend who is on their own healing or spiritual journey, and let us know your favorite takeaway in the Spotify Q&A below!

3. 

   25 Sept 2026

   From Rock Bottom & Startup Failure to Hyrox Athlete and Media Founder | Trent Poulsen

   What happens when the relentless pursuit of connection and success drives you into a spiral of substance dependency and chaos? Is it possible for catastrophic personal failure and a shattered identity to serve as the ultimate catalyst for human transformation? In this in-person episode of What If It's Possible, host Jimmy Huynh sits down in Boulder, Colorado, with Trent Poulsen—a Hyrox endurance athlete, entrepreneur, and digital media leader at Let's Do Podcast. From analyzing data at Google to building venture-backed local commerce applications and launching wellness ventures, Trent’s career on paper seemed promising. Yet behind the scenes, his journey was shaped by intense moments of trial, failure, and self-discovery. How does a high-achieving entrepreneur navigate the collapse of a startup after pouring blood, sweat, and tears into it for over a year? Trent explores the reality of "failing forward," unpacking why even the strongest business ideas can stumble without the right timing and market fit. The dialogue then moves into deeply personal territory. What drives young adults to seek validation through toxic habits, and why do the very substances meant to bring us closer to others end up destroying our most cherished relationships? Trent vulnerably recounts a chaotic two-week crisis in college that threatened his housing, vehicle, and future—and how choosing thirty days of intentional sobriety altered the course of his entire life. As the conversation progresses, Jimmy and Trent explore the deeper mechanics of personal evolution. How can fitness and faith replace the high of toxic substances in a way that remains sustainable? Why do extreme biohacking routines often trigger the same destructive "swinging pendulum" as the habits they are meant to replace? This episode is essential listening for entrepreneurs working through early setbacks, individuals navigating addiction recovery or personal reinvention, athletes looking to optimize their mental edge, and anyone seeking to build an intentional, faith-grounded life without burning out. Three Key Ideas to Remember: Adopting a "fail forward" perspective transforms painful business and personal setbacks into essential lessons that refine your character and long-term direction. Lasting wellness requires finding a sustainable middle ground rather than letting the pendulum swing between toxic habits and overly rigid, perfectionist routines. Cultivating deep conviction in your faith and trusting the process allows you to remain grounded in the present moment through life's most challenging transitions. Connect with Trent Poulsen: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trentmoves/ (https://www.instagram.com/trentmoves/) Website / Media: https://letsdopodcast.com/ (https://letsdopodcast.com/) Connect with Jimmy Huynh: Instagram (Podcast): https://www.instagram.com/what.if.its.possible.podcast/ (https://www.instagram.com/what.if.its.possible.podcast/) Instagram (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/jimmy.serendipity/ (https://www.instagram.com/jimmy.serendipity/) Instagram (Lab): https://www.instagram.com/life.transformation.lab/ (https://www.instagram.com/life.transformation.lab/) TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jimmy.serendipity (https://www.tiktok.com/@jimmy.serendipity) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fulfilledjourney (https://www.youtube.com/@fulfilledjourney) Spotify: Listen on Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/3cNC09rctLtuGNV4nfJ0s8) Website: https://www.fulfilledjourney.com/link-in-bio (https://www.fulfilledjourney.com/link-in-bio) If this conversation cracked your mind open even a little, share it with someone who is ready to question what they have been told. Follow the show on Spotify and leave a 5-star rating to join us as we discover What If It's Possible.

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