Modern Enlightenment by Ceremonia

Welcome to “Modern Enlightenment,” a podcast for those curious about the intersection of modern science and ancient wisdom to accelerate well-being. While enlightenment once demanded isolation, today, we have an array of tools—from neuroscience and psychedelics to mindfulness and psychotherapy—that offer a new path to conscious living. Join Ceremonia's co-founder Austin Mao as he interviews experts in neuroscience, psychotherapy, spirituality, and more. Check out our Modern Enlightenment membership on our website, featuring free courses and an online community platform.

Modern Enlightenment by Ceremonia is a health podcast hosted by Austin Mao, with 23 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Austin Mao hosts Modern Enlightenment by Ceremonia, a health show with 23 episodes published.

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  Episode #25

  Bridging Two Worlds: How Dr. Anna Yusim Combines Science and Spirituality for Mental Health

  May 28, 202542 minS1

  <p>What happens when science meets spirituality? Dr. Anna Yusim, an internationally recognized, award-winning Psychiatrist, Executive Coach, Bestseller Author, and Co-Founder of the forthcoming Yale Mental Health and Spirituality Center, takes us on her journey from a strictly scientific worldview to embracing the transformative power of psychedelics and spiritual practices. She opens up about her experiences with ayahuasca, sharing how surrendering to the process unlocked new dimensions of her consciousness. It’s a conversation about healing, growth, and the incredible ways ancient wisdom is reshaping modern mental health.</p><p><br /></p><p>Dr. Anna shares how spiritual practices go be...

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  Episode #24

  Evolutionary Mismatch & the Conscious Path Forward with Eric Edmeades

  May 14, 202553 minS1

  <p>Why are mental health struggles rising—even as life gets objectively easier?</p><p><br /></p><p>In this episode of Modern Enlightenment, Austin Mao sits down with Eric Edmeades – a globally recognized keynote speaker, prolific entrepreneur, and recognized authority inhealth, practical psychology, and behavioral transformation to explore why modern humans are more anxious, disconnected, and emotionally unwell than ever, despite living in the safest, most comfortable conditions in history.</p><p><br /></p><p>Eric introduces the concept of evolutionary mismatch—the idea that our ancient biology is out of sync with today’s hyper-optimized, overstimulating world. The conversa...

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  Episode #23

  The Inner Work of Leadership with Dr. Stefan and Pia Isabel Frädrich

  Apr 23, 202535 minS1

  <p>Most leaders spend years chasing goals—until one day, they realize they’ve lost touch with why they were chasing them in the first place. That’s where this conversation with Dr. Stefan Frädrich and Pia Isabel Rössle-Frädrich gets really interesting. They’ve been guiding entrepreneurs and changemakers through deeply personal, often psychedeli (c-fueled journeys to help them reconnect with what really matters. Recorded on Necker Island, this talk goes into the raw, human side of leadership most people don’t see.</p><p><br /></p><p>Dr. Stefan—former Psychiatrist, Bestselling Author, and Founder of both Greator an...

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  Episode #22

  Compassion is Sexy with Joe Nucci

  Apr 9, 202551 minS0

  <p>In this enlightening episode, Joe Nucci and I sit down to explore the deep connections between psychology, spirituality, and personal growth.</p><p><br /></p><p>Joe shares profound insights on how our belief systems shape who we become, why it’s crucial to look into how past trauma affects you in the present, and the power of mindset in navigating life’s challenges. We also dive into the importance of authenticity, the role of compassion in human connection, and why personal growth is essential for those guiding others.</p><p><br /></p><p>Whether you’re on a journe...

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  Episode #21

  How MDMA-Assisted Therapy is Changing Lives and Healing Wounds with Rachel Nuwer

  Feb 26, 202542 minS1

  <p>MDMA-assisted therapy is making waves, and it’s not just hype—there’s real science and real stories behind it. In this episode, we sit down with Rachel Nuwer, a brilliant Freelance Science Journalist and Author of ‘I Feel Love: MDMA and the Quest for Connection in a Fractured World,’ and talk about how this treatment is changing lives and healing wounds. </p><p><br /></p><p>We dig into everything—from the challenges surrounding MDMA’s FDA approval, why MDMA works best when paired with professional guidance, and incredible stories of people finding hope and connection through this therapy, some...

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