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/2022/3/29/songs-of-devotion-by-rajen-sukhadiaListen on Spotify: Link to YouTube video of Robin and Rajen:Link to Lyric translation for songs used in Episode:Do Phool Chadhane Aaya Hoon (Oh Lord, please accept these two flowers that I am offering to you)https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WgesH7xFLzZutkzokBlMUVa_0DSRXwXrJ0CFZA8I-v0/edit  Sat Srushti Tandav Rachayita (Oh Lord Shiva, the creator of the universe, we bow our heads to you)https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tuUwxQbm1zU1ox_0LPbG20ZSUyjIdPiavSMatz_zP50/edit?usp=sharingWith the soul soothing tones of RelaxatoneJoin the Mycelium Collective

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 Relaxatonejoin the Mycelium Collective

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 mannerKind in statureContented in beingHumble in heartStrong in ActionLate Night DancerJust Plum CrazyRest in Peace Dear Friend Watch The Celebration of Life of Jeffrey "Sprouts" RichRelaxatoneThe Mycelium CollectiveLay Me Down

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.” 

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 with Ivan Verstyuk click hereTo Find out more about the Mycelium Collective click hereLay Me Down Podcast

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 Ukraine with Ivan Verstyuk click hereTo Find out more about the Mycelium Collective click hereLay Me Down Podcast

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 UkraineThis is a Production of the Mycelium Collective

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.  Produced by the Mycelium CollectiveHost Pete HicksLayMeDownPodcast

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.  

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.