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The Mystical Punk Podcast

The Mystical Punk Podcast

By: Stephanie Lisa Kelly & Ben Roberts
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A podcast in which we explore inner and outer transition in an age of collapse and possibility. Hosted by Ben Roberts & Stephanie Lisa Kelly.

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  • S2E11 Sin, Evil, & the Path to Self-Love
    May 19 2026

    What do concepts like sin and evil mean in a modern world that largely dismisses them as outdated religious ideas? In this episode, we explore whether these ancient concepts still point toward something psychologically and spiritually real beneath the language and cultural baggage.

    We consider the seven deadly sins through the lens of modern psychology, self-awareness, and personal growth, asking whether “sin” might simply describe the ways we lose ourselves to destructive patterns, compulsions, and low-energy states. Is evil an external force, an internal impulse, or something collectively generated through fear, disconnection, and unconscious behaviour? And what kind of strength is required to resist the pull of self-destruction and choose something more loving instead?

    We also reflect on the original Christian meaning of sin as simply “to err” — to make a mistake — and how this differs from the shame-heavy interpretations that later emerged through oppressive religious structures. Rather than condemnation, we explore sin as an opportunity for awareness, compassion, redemption, and growth. Perhaps the real purpose of temptation is not to punish us, but to teach us self-love, discernment, and how to move more consciously toward the light.


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    Title track: Kundalini Rising

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    34 mins
  • S2E10 The Paradoxical Relationship Between Fear and Desire
    Apr 17 2026

    Is your greatest fear also your deepest desire? In this episode, we explore the powerful connection between what scares us and what calls us forward. Often, fear isn’t a sign to retreat but a signal pointing toward the very path our soul longs to follow. Standing on the edge of possibility, we may wonder: What if I fail? Or possibly even worse: what if I succeed?

    We discuss how the desires of the soul can clash with the protective instincts of the personality, especially when it comes to creative expression. Using the paradox of the artist as an example, we reflect on the tension between the longing to share our gifts and the fear of being seen. Letting go of social identities that once kept us safe can feel deeply vulnerable, yet it is often necessary for authentic expression.

    Drawing on the well-known idea from Marianne Williamson that our greatest fear is not our darkness but our light, we consider how much of this fear is innate and how much is shaped by social conditioning. Ultimately, this conversation invites us to step toward our fears with curiosity, trusting that they may conceal the very gold we are here to uncover—and the burning light waiting to be expressed.


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    Title track: Kundalini Rising

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    28 mins
  • S2E9. Relating From Love
    Mar 18 2026

    How do we stay present with ourselves while being in relationship with others? In this episode we explore the subtle art of relating—drawing on ideas from thinkers like Thomas Hübl as well as practices such as authentic relating and circling.

    We talk about the importance of knowing ourselves deeply so that we don’t simply project our inner world onto the people around us. Relating well requires subtle sensing, deep listening, and the capacity to observe our own reactions in real time—especially when we’re triggered or faced with someone who sees the world very differently.

    At the heart of the conversation is the idea that a relationship has its own identity: when two people meet, something else is created between them. Learning to sense and care for that relational field invites us beyond fear and contraction, and into compassion, patience, and a deeper experience of love.


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    Title track: Kundalini Rising

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    51 mins
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