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A WONDERJUNKIE is someone who is passionately curious with an insatiable appetite for learning—someone who follows curiosity wherever it leads.


Curiosity and wonder open an infinite path of discovery.


Through conversations with the remarkable people I meet around the world, I explore the nature of consciousness, the nature of reality, human potential, creativity, and what it means to be human.


I created AWONDERJUNKIE to share my love of learning, connecting, and discovering—and to learn from the hearts and minds of others.


We live in an extraordinary time, with more opportunity than ever to explore ideas, connect with people, and expand our understanding of the world and ourselves.


Open your mind. Stay curious. Embrace uncertainty. Enjoy the ride.



“Those who can no longer pause to wonder and stand rapt in awe are as good as dead; their eyes are closed.”
— Albert Einstein

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Part 2 - Federico Faggin is one of the greatest luminaries of high technology alive today. A physicist by education, he is the inventor of the microprocessor and the MOS silicon gate technology, both of which underlie the modern world's entire information technology. With the knowledge and experience of a lifetime in cutting-edge fields, Federico now turns his attention to consciousness and the nature of reality, sharing with us his profound insights on the classical and quantum worlds, artificial intelligence, life and the human mind. In this book, he elaborates on an idealist model of reality, produced after years of careful thought and direct experience, according to which nature's most fundamental level is that of consciousness as a quantum phenomenon, while the classical physical world consists merely of evocative symbols of a deeper reality.        summary   In Part 2, Federico Faggin shares his profound insights on consciousness, the nature of reality, and the purpose of life, blending scientific and spiritual perspectives to explore free will, suffering, and the interconnectedness of all things.     Chapters   00:00 Introduction to Federico Faggin's Perspective on Consciousness 01:49 The Concept of Saity and Self-Understanding 03:50 The Purpose of Life and the Role of Suffering 07:55 The Power of Belief Systems and Responsibility 12:03 Science, Quantum Physics, and the Nature of Reality 15:50 The Limitations of Materialism and Scientism 19:57 Consciousness, Free Will, and Quantum Physics 25:00 The Mental and Spiritual Aspects of Reality 30:10 The Collapse of the Wave Function and Conscious Choice 34:56 The Power of Free Will and Personal Responsibility 40:05 The Future of Science, Spirituality, and Human Potential 45:11 The Unity of All Perspectives and Fields 50:00 Experiencing Beyond the Body and the Power of Consciousness           https://x.com/fedefaggin https://www.instagram.com/fedefaggin/?hl=en \ Music for episode Renick Turley SedonaFilm | Musician . Cinematographer. Editor  https://www.instagram.com/sedona_film/ https://vimeo.com/renickdp   Connect with Ryan Anderson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awonderjunkie/ awonderjunkie.com www.breathe4flow.com Rumble https://rumble.com/user/awonderjunkie Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@awonderjunkie iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-wondejunkie/id1739838765 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1CcQXpxfV9P89IrKmtV2hS?si=6519a88aef444ba0 https://vivarays.com/ryananderson Use Code : WONDER for 10% off. Incandescent lighting https://strainlesslighting.com/ 10% off use the code “WONDER” at checkout.     key  topics   Federico Faggin's early life and career in microprocessor development The role of consciousness as a fundamental property of the universe Quantum physics and the non-reproducibility of quantum states The hard problem of consciousness and subjective experience The concept of the universe as a conscious, self-knowing entity The impact of personal spiritual experiences on scientific inquiry The importance of cooperation over competition for humanity's future The influence of ancient cultures and indigenous perspectives on consciousness The ethical responsibilities of technological advancement The integration of science, philosophy, and spirituality in understanding reality      keywords consciousness, free will, spirituality, quantum physics, reality, suffering, science and spirituality, consciousness theories, Federico Faggin, metaphysics, quantum field, telepathy, remote view, NDE, 
Federico Faggin is one of the greatest luminaries of high technology alive today. A physicist by education, he is the inventor of the microprocessor and the MOS silicon gate technology, both of which underlie the modern world's entire information technology. With the knowledge and experience of a lifetime in cutting-edge fields, Federico now turns his attention to consciousness and the nature of reality, sharing with us his profound insights on the classical and quantum worlds, artificial intelligence, life and the human mind. In this book, he elaborates on an idealist model of reality, produced after years of careful thought and direct experience, according to which nature's most fundamental level is that of consciousness as a quantum phenomenon, while the classical physical world consists merely of evocative symbols of a deeper reality.    summary   Federico Faggin shares his extraordinary journey from pioneering microprocessor technology to exploring the nature of consciousness and the universe. This episode delves into his insights on the fundamental role of consciousness, free will, and the interconnectedness of all things.   Chapters   00:00 Introduction to Federico Faggin's Life and Work 01:53 Faggin's Early Life in Italy and Career in Microprocessor Development 10:00 The Invention of the Microprocessor and Its Impact 19:58 Faggin's Personal Spiritual Experience and Its Significance 30:10 The Hard Problem of Consciousness and Quantum Physics 40:03 The Universe as a Conscious, Self-Knowing Entity         https://x.com/fedefaggin https://www.instagram.com/fedefaggin/?hl=en \ Music for episode Renick Turley SedonaFilm | Musician . Cinematographer. Editor  https://www.instagram.com/sedona_film/ https://vimeo.com/renickdp   Connect with Ryan Anderson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awonderjunkie/ awonderjunkie.com www.breathe4flow.com Rumble https://rumble.com/user/awonderjunkie Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@awonderjunkie iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-wondejunkie/id1739838765 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1CcQXpxfV9P89IrKmtV2hS?si=6519a88aef444ba0 https://vivarays.com/ryananderson Use Code : WONDER for 10% off. Incandescent lighting https://strainlesslighting.com/ 10% off use the code “WONDER” at checkout.     key  topics   Federico Faggin's early life and career in microprocessor development The role of consciousness as a fundamental property of the universe Quantum physics and the non-reproducibility of quantum states The hard problem of consciousness and subjective experience The concept of the universe as a conscious, self-knowing entity The impact of personal spiritual experiences on scientific inquiry The importance of cooperation over competition for humanity's future The influence of ancient cultures and indigenous perspectives on consciousness The ethical responsibilities of technological advancement The integration of science, philosophy, and spirituality in understanding reality      keywords   consciousness, quantum physics, microprocessors, free will, universe, neural networks, technology, philosophy, spirituality, quantum field, telepathy, remote view, NDE, 
Daniela Schiller is professor of neuroscience and psychiatry at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, where she directs the Laboratory of Affective Neuroscience. Her research focuses on how the brain represents and modifies emotional memories. Her lab has delineated the neural computations of threat learning, how the brain modifies emotional memories using imagination, and the dynamic tracking of affective states and social relationships. Schiller earned her Ph.D. at Tel Aviv University, where she developed a laboratory model for negative symptoms of schizophrenia. She then completed a postdoctoral fellowship at New York University, where she examined methods for emotional memory modification in the human brain. She joined Mount Sinai in 2010. Schiller’s work has been published in numerous scholarly journals, including Nature, Neuron, Nature Neuroscience and the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. She is a Fulbright Fellow and a Kavli Frontiers of Science Fellow, and she has received many awards, including the New York Academy of Sciences’ Blavatnik Award and the Klingenstein-Simons Fellowship Award in the Neurosciences.     Daniela Schiller, a neuroscience and psychiatry professor, shares insights on affective neuroscience, memory, trauma, and the interconnectedness of body and mind. This episode explores how our emotional states influence memory, the malleability of memories, and innovative approaches to healing trauma.   Chapters   00:00 Introduction to Daniela Schiller and her work 02:11 The neural basis of emotion and social cognition 04:07 The holistic view: body, environment, and affect 07:05 The human affectum framework and interdisciplinary research 12:54 Memory: malleability, reconsolidation, and implications 19:00 Traumatic vs. regular memories and their unique features 27:07 Evolutionary perspective on traumatic memories 31:54 Healing trauma with psychedelics and other modalities 39:57 The future of neuroscience, AI, and interdisciplinary collaboration 57:00 The importance of self-relationship and holistic well-being 01:00:01 Closing thoughts: self-awareness and positive impact     https://profiles.icahn.mssm.edu/daniela-schiller https://labs.neuroscience.mssm.edu/project/schiller-lab/ Music for episode Renick Turley SedonaFilm | Musician . Cinematographer. Editor  https://www.instagram.com/sedona_film/ https://vimeo.com/renickdp   Connect with Ryan Anderson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awonderjunkie/ awonderjunkie.com www.breathe4flow.com Rumble https://rumble.com/user/awonderjunkie Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@awonderjunkie iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-wondejunkie/id1739838765 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1CcQXpxfV9P89IrKmtV2hS?si=6519a88aef444ba0 https://vivarays.com/ryananderson Use Code : WONDER for 10% off. Incandescent lighting https://strainlesslighting.com/ 10% off use the code “WONDER” at checkout.  The content contained herein may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed, in whole or in part, without the express written permission of Breathe4Flow LLC. This presentation is intended solely for informational purposes and should not be construed as a means to diagnose, treat, or cure any condition. Furthermore, it is not to be interpreted as medical or legal advice, opinion, or recommendation. The information is for entertainment purposes. This Podcast is not medical advice or any other type of advice.  This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed in whole or in part without expressed written permission from AWonderJunkie LLC. The purpose of this conversation is to convey information. It is not intended to diagnose, treat or cure a condition; nor is it to be considered medical or legal advice, opinion or recommendation. This information is for entertainment purposes only.        sound  bites   "Affect is the orchestrator of all the other systems." "Memory is not to be accurate, but to be malleable." "Traumatic memories feel like experiencing it here and now."      keywords   neuroscience, memory, trauma, affect, emotion, healing, neuroscience research, mental health, consciousness, interdisciplinary science, schizophrenia, neuroplasticity, neurogenesis, Neuroscientist, psychiatry, interspace, mindset, nlp, meditation, mindfulness, float therapy, nervous system 
In this episode, Dr. Paul Héroux discusses the profound biological effects of non-native electromagnetic fields, the cultural and scientific gaps in understanding these impacts, and the urgent need for smarter technology design to protect health.   Chapters   00:00 Introduction to Dr. Héroux and EMF concerns 02:05 Biases in industry research and vested interests 04:03 Electrical engineering vs. biological understanding of EMF 05:56 Cultural gaps between engineering and biology communities 08:04 Historical incidents and early warnings about EMF effects 11:56 The importance of electrical currents in living organisms 15:55 Funding challenges and interdisciplinary research barriers 20:00 Water's role in biology and EMF interactions 24:03 Impact of 5G and high-frequency EMF on water and life 28:01 Political and industry influences on EMF safety standards 33:12 The long-term health effects of EMF and diseases of civilization 37:47 Real-world examples of EMF effects and health risks 44:07 Weaponization of electromagnetic fields and Havana syndrome 49:55 Practical solutions and personal mitigation strategies 01:00:01 The future of EMF research and technology development   Connect with Paul : https://www.mcgill.ca/epi-biostat-occh/paul-heroux     Music for episode Renick Turley SedonaFilm | Musician . Cinematographer. Editor  https://www.instagram.com/sedona_film/ https://vimeo.com/renickdp   Connect with Ryan Anderson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awonderjunkie/ awonderjunkie.com www.breathe4flow.com Rumble https://rumble.com/user/awonderjunkie Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@awonderjunkie iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-wondejunkie/id1739838765 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1CcQXpxfV9P89IrKmtV2hS?si=6519a88aef444ba0 https://vivarays.com/ryananderson Use Code : WONDER for 10% off. Incandescent lighting https://strainlesslighting.com/ 10% off use the code “WONDER” at checkout.  The content contained herein may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed, in whole or in part, without the express written permission of Breathe4Flow LLC. This presentation is intended solely for informational purposes and should not be construed as a means to diagnose, treat, or cure any condition. Furthermore, it is not to be interpreted as medical or legal advice, opinion, or recommendation. The information is for entertainment purposes. This Podcast is not medical advice or any other type of advice.  This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed in whole or in part without expressed written permission from AWonderJunkie LLC. The purpose of this conversation is to convey information. It is not intended to diagnose, treat or cure a condition; nor is it to be considered medical or legal advice, opinion or recommendation. This information is for entertainment purposes only.  key  topics  key  topics   Biological effects of non-native EMF Cultural and scientific gaps in EMF research Impact of electromagnetic fields on mitochondria and water Industry influence and funding in EMF studies Potential for safer power and communication systems Electrosensitivity and real-world effects Weaponization and Havana syndrome Future research directions and solutions      keywords   EMF, electromagnetic radiation, health effects, biology, technology, public health, science, industry, safety, water in biology, Non-Native EMF, nonnative emf, Robert O Becker, Centralized Science, censorship, NNEMF, Mitochondria, Mitochondrial health, Mitochondriac, Electromagnetic fields, 
Dr. Stacy shares her journey from childhood anxiety to a holistic health approach, emphasizing simplicity, the nervous system, and the power of nature. She discusses practical tools like meditation, mindset shifts, and living in alignment with one's purpose to achieve true health and fulfillment. Stacy and Ryan explore the power of living in alignment with your natural rhythms, the importance of creating space for healing, and practical strategies for fasting, blood sugar stabilization, and cultivating a mindset of gratitude and trust in the process of life.   Chapters   00:00 Introduction and Dr. Stacy's background 00:18 The importance of simplicity and returning to nature 00:40 Tools for healing: meditation and environment 00:55 Understanding the science behind health practices 01:20 The role of belief systems and mindset shifts 01:28 Living in alignment and purpose 01:32 The influence of social conditioning and external stimuli 01:33 Unprogramming societal beliefs about health 01:55 Creating space for growth and change 02:04 The importance of emotional and mental health 02:06 Living fully and embracing life's transitions 37:32 Living from Love Instead of Fear 38:03 The Power of Trust and Surrender 38:52 Children's Innocence and Openness to Change 39:26 Finding Flow and Energy in Daily Activities 40:07 Creating Space for Inspiration and Creativity 41:22 The Role of Nature and Listening to Inner Guidance 42:12 The Gift of Curiosity and Wonder 43:04 Environmental Awareness and Living Intentionally 44:19 The Power of Gratitude and Setting Intentions 47:45 Morning and Evening Routines for Mindful Living 50:04 Blood Sugar Stabilization and Circadian Rhythms 52:20 The Science of Fasting and Metabolic Flexibility 55:32 Addressing Diet Controversies and Personalization 58:24 Longer Fasts and Healing Opportunities 01:00:17 The Evolutionary Perspective on Eating Patterns 01:02:20 Living Without Fear and Embracing the Present 01:04:44 Overcoming Fear and Living Fully 01:06:24 Final Reflections on Life and Gratitude     https://dr-stacy.com/ https://www.instagram.com/dr.stacy.nd Music for episode Renick Turley SedonaFilm | Musician . Cinematographer. Editor  https://www.instagram.com/sedona_film/ https://vimeo.com/renickdp   Connect with Ryan Anderson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awonderjunkie/ awonderjunkie.com www.breathe4flow.com Rumble https://rumble.com/user/awonderjunkie Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@awonderjunkie iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-wondejunkie/id1739838765 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1CcQXpxfV9P89IrKmtV2hS?si=6519a88aef444ba0 https://vivarays.com/ryananderson Use Code : WONDER for 10% off. Incandescent lighting https://strainlesslighting.com/ 10% off use the code “WONDER” at checkout.  The content contained herein may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed, in whole or in part, without the express written permission of Breathe4Flow LLC. This presentation is intended solely for informational purposes and should not be construed as a means to diagnose, treat, or cure any condition. Furthermore, it is not to be interpreted as medical or legal advice, opinion, or recommendation. The information is for entertainment purposes. This Podcast is not medical advice or any other type of advice.  This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed in whole or in part without expressed written permission from AWonderJunkie LLC. The purpose of this conversation is to convey information. It is not intended to diagnose, treat or cure a condition; nor is it to be considered medical or legal advice, opinion or recommendation. This information is for entertainment purposes only.    keywords   holistic health, nervous system, meditation, mindset, simplicity, purpose, natural healing, biohacking, emotional well-being, consciousness healing, fasting, blood sugar, circadian rhythm, mindset, gratitude, self-care, energy, transformation, Women's empowerment, powerful women, women's health, mitochondria, mitochondrial health, Decentralized medicine, holistic healing, Naturopathic, gratitude, Wonder, Awe, Curiosity, Mindfulness, Mindset, 
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