Jed Stephensen sets off Sunday March 5 on his lifetime quest of running the Iditarod. Both Pete and Fio had oppportunities to go train with him this winter in the mountains of North Idaho. In this episode, Pete shares about his experience with a Jed and his team of sled dogs and Jed talks about self doubt and new resolve. Follow Jeds 1000 mile journey across Alaska at Iditarod For more personal updates follow his Facebook Page We are grateful to know the Stepensen famil...

Eli tells a story from his early days traveling in the Ivory Coast looking for music and new friends. He arrives on the eve of a military coup and experiences disorientation and dejection but his journey plants a lasting seed of friendship and musical exploration that changes his life. Eli shares an eclectic array of music and Pete reads the poem, "Now is the Time" by Hafiz. Eli Rosenblatt Website Lay Me Down The Mycelium Collective Sun Goose Records Relaxatone

This is a story of Rajen and Robin (Rajen’s son) connecting with India and each other through music. Recorded in the midst of world wide turmoil and personal tradgedy, Songs of Devotion, is a testimony to hope, love, and heritage. Pete reads the poem, “I Saw Two Birds” by Hafiz and the blessing from John O'Donohue, "For the Senses". Listen to the full story from Robin and his interview with his Father, Rajen Links for Songs of Devotion https://www.tablapusher.com/news/2022/...

Autumn has come. As the leaves and larch needles die in a grand display of color, we are invited to slow our minds and spirits. With the earth, we can lay down our striving and slide into the stride of winter. Lay Me Down welcomes the thoughtful and playful music of Dario Re. Thalia Hicks sings her song about the leaves falling into her arms. Pete reads a poem by John O'Donohue from the book "To Bless the Space Between Us". With the soul soothing tones of Relaxatone joi...

On September 18, 2022, We gathered to celebrate the life and enduring legacy of Jeffrey "Sprouts" Rich. He lived as a warrior of peace. Waged war on war through surrender of himself. He lived a simple life in order to have room for our complexities. Gentle in manner Kind in stature Contented in being Humble in heart Strong in Action Late Night Dancer Just Plum Crazy Rest in Peace Dear Friend Watch The Celebration of Life of Jeffrey "Sprouts" Rich Relaxatone ...

In this Season 2 Finale, Pete talks about the glories of spring and the joy of hands in soil with the music of Bijaa and Kerry Leigh and Relaxatone and a poem from Daniel Todd, “The Deliberate Estrangements of Destiny.” Lay Me Down The Mycelium Collective Sun Goose Records Relaxatone

Callie Russell is dedicated to understanding what it takes to live from the land. Her journey has taken her to Tanzania where she spent time with the Hadza people and lead her into season 7 of the Alone show. She shares her journey into primitive skills and her increasingly symbiotic relationship with her surroundings leading to peace and joy. With Music by Systir and Relaxatone. To Donate to the Mycelium Collective, Lay Me Down Podcast or The Voice of Ukraine ...

Sometimes we don't get what we need because we do not ask. Pete tells a story with his daughters when a question changed his heart. Fio and Pete celebrate 1 year of the Lay Me Down Podcast and share about the Mycelium Collective. In the spirit of letting needs known, we ask you, our listeners to join up with us as a patron. With the music of Brendan Kelty, Pete and Fio Hicks, and Relaxatone. To Donate to the Mycelium Collective, Lay Me Down Podcast or The Voice of Ukr...

Alex Novikov shares his experience int he Ukraine from being a peace loving musician to becoming a Combat Medic to serve his people. This episode is a prayer for the Ukrainian People. This story contains graphic details of blood and death in the throws of war. Check out the Mycelium Collectives New podcast "The Voice of Ukraine with Ivan Verstyuk" for a behind the headlines look into life in Ukraine under Russian attack. Listen to Voice of Ukraine This is a Product...

Pete and Fiona Hicks sing with Brendan Kelty in the upper room heralding spring and commemorating life. Pete reads the poem "One of Us" by Wendall Berry and tells a story of his affinity with pigs. Relaxatone; "Emerald" The Mycelium Collective is launching a new podcast. The Voice of Ukraine with Ivan Verstyuk. Ivan is an independent journalist in Kiev. As his country is under siege he brings the stories of struggle and hope from the Ukranian people.&nb...

The music of Bijaa, Zach Winters, and John Ruston merge with the words of the poet saint Kabir, and Teresa Pham-Carsillo to carve a path to the sea. Pete tells the story of his neighbor Bruce and the gift he gave. Lay Me Down The Mycelium Collective Sun Goose Records Relaxatone

Dario Re, Murray Shugars, Jerimy Spencer, Matthew Nienow, Relaxatone and a John O’Donohue poem come together to water our seeds of hope and love. Lay Me Down The Mycelium Collective Sun Goose Records Relaxatone

The poetry of Murray Shugars, Rabindrinath Tagore, Hafiz, and Lao Tzu and the music Zach Winters, Dario Re, Eileen and Ritika and Relaxatone come together to encourage and support a journey toward grace and mercy. Host: Pete Hicks Poetry Editor: Daniel Todd Produced by: The Mycelium Collective Lay Me Down The Mycelium Collective Sun Goose Records Relaxatone

The music of Zach Winters, Eileen and Ritika, C'est Lis, and Relaxatone make a gentle bed as Thomas Jenkins lays down the story of his father's life, the journey of his passing and the legacy he left behind. Pete reads the poem For Beauty by John O'Donohue from his book To Bless the Space Between Us Lay Me Down The Mycelium Collective Sun Goose Records Relaxatone

Pete takes a back seat while the music of Zach Winters, C’est Lis (Elisa Rose Cox) and Relaxatone and the poetry of Matthew Nienow and Murray Shugars weave a tapestry of peace and hope. Episode 2 is a prayer. Lay Me Down The Mycelium Collective Sun Goose Records Relaxatone

Season 2 Episode 1: Ourselves Becoming Ourselves: The music of Relaxatone, Thomas Sluberski, Suzie Kretzschmar, Dario Re and the Poetry of Daniel Todd and Matthew Nienow explore the journey of becoming. Pete tells a story of welcoming a past he resisted. Lay Me Down The Mycelium Collective Sun Goose Records Relaxatone

Season 2 Episode 1: Ourselves Becoming Ourselves: The music of Relaxatone, Thomas Sluberski, Suzie Kretzschmar, Dario Re and the Poetry of Daniel Todd and Matthew Nienow explore the journey of becoming. Pete tells a story of welcoming a past he resisted. Lay Me Down The Mycelium Collective Sun Goose Records Relaxatone

Season 1 finale- Ric Hordinski plays, "Willoughby", The Four Sisters sing a Scottish summer ballad, Pete and Fio play "The Ancient Stone", Wilder Adkins plays "Could Never Loose my Love". Pete reads a poem written for Fiona's 40th birthday, "The Gift" by Hafiz (Daniel Ladinsky translation) and "A blessing of Angels" by John O'Donohue. Fiona reads "Seventeen Years" by Wendell Berry. http://richordinskimusic.com/ http://wilderadkins.com Lay Me Down The Mycelium Collective Sun Goose ...

We revisit some of the Daniel Todd's poetry with music by Matt Mitchell, Kevin Dorin and Matt Mitchell. Pete reads a Wendell Berry Poem. https://www.zachwinters.com/ https://www.instagram.com/kevindorin/ http://mattmitchellmusicco.com/ Lay Me Down The Mycelium Collective Sun Goose Records Relaxatone

Jason Goessl has embarked on a deep dive into healing frequencies. Through a process of tuning his guitar to specific frequencies and the use of loop pedals and effects, he creates long form sound baths to help with anxiety and insomnia. Pete reads the poems, "A Poem of Thanks" and "Purification" by Wendall Berry and "For Freedom" by John O'Donohue. To listen to a stereo version of this Podcast or hear the complete tracks from Relaxatone, go to https://laymedownpodcast.co...