What goes around comes around… or does it?

In this episode of Talk Trippy to Me, Hannah and Mykalise dive into one of humanity’s oldest and most misunderstood ideas: karma. Is karma a cosmic scorecard, a spiritual law, a psychological phenomenon, or simply a story we tell ourselves to make sense of justice and consequence?

Together, they explore the historical origins of karma in ancient Indian traditions, how the concept evolved through Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain philosophies, and why modern Western culture often interprets karma very differently than its original meaning. Rather than focusing on punishment and reward, many traditional teachings describe karma as a chain of actions, intentions, and consequences that shape our experiences over time.

The conversation also examines whether karma can be explained through psychology, social dynamics, personal accountability, and the ripple effects our choices have on the people around us. From everyday interactions to life-changing decisions, Hannah and Mykalise ask a simple but profound question:

Are we experiencing karma, or are we experiencing the natural consequences of being human?

Join us for a thought-provoking discussion that blends history, philosophy, science, culture, and curiosity—without claiming to have all the answers.

🍄 Talk Trippy to Me is a research-driven podcast exploring the strange, fascinating, and deeply human questions that shape our world.

Disclaimer: This episode is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. The hosts discuss historical, philosophical, cultural, and scientific perspectives and do not present any spiritual or religious beliefs as established fact. Listeners are encouraged to explore the sources, think critically, and draw their own conclusions.

What happens when a change in consciousness changes an entire culture?

In this episode of Talk Trippy to Me, Hannah and Mykalise explore the fascinating relationship between altered states of consciousness and the evolution of human societies. From ancient rituals and religious experiences to meditation, dreams, fasting, music, psychedelics, and modern neuroscience, they examine how altered states have influenced art, spirituality, innovation, social movements, and the way humans understand reality itself.

Were altered states merely personal experiences, or have they helped shape civilizations, belief systems, and cultural identities throughout history? Why do nearly all human societies have traditions designed to shift consciousness? And what can modern science tell us about what happens in the brain when our perception of reality changes?

Together, they unpack the research, the controversies, the anthropology, and the enduring human desire to step beyond ordinary awareness.

Join us as we explore one of the most universal—and mysterious—aspects of the human experience: the drive to alter consciousness and the ways those altered minds may have altered the world.

🍄 Talk Trippy to Me is a research-driven podcast exploring the intersection of science, psychology, culture, history, and the extraordinary questions that make us human.

Disclaimer: This episode is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. Discussions of altered states may include historical, cultural, scientific, and legal perspectives. The hosts do not encourage illegal activity or substance use and present information for discussion and critical examination only.