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  • The Weight of History & The Power of Healing | Darren Parry on Legacy, Truth, and Reconciliation

    The Weight of History & The Power of Healing | Darren Parry on Legacy, Truth, and Reconciliation
    2026/04/30
    In this episode of the Observatory Podcast, Scott and LaRae Wright sit down with Darren Parry for a powerful and deeply meaningful conversation about history, identity, and healing. Darren shares his lived experience as a descendant of the Northwestern Band of the Shoshone Nation, offering insight into generational trauma, cultural preservation, and the responsibility of carrying forward truth. Through storytelling and reflection, the conversation explores how understanding the past shapes the present—and how acknowledgment, compassion, and connection can create a path toward healing. This episode is both grounding and expansive, inviting listeners to consider their own relationship with history, identity, and the shared human experience.

    Timestamps:

    [00:00:22] Introducing Darren Parry and the conversation ahead
    [00:02:10] Darren shares his background and connection to the Shoshone Nation
    [00:06:48] The importance of remembering and honoring history
    [00:12:35] Generational trauma and its lasting impact
    [00:18:42] The role of storytelling in preserving culture
    [00:25:10] Healing through understanding and acknowledgment
    [00:33:58] Identity, responsibility, and carrying legacy forward
    [00:41:27] Bridging divides through compassion and dialogue
    [00:52:14] What reconciliation really means
    [01:03:36] Final reflections and closing thoughts

    Notable Quotes:
    • “History isn’t just something that happened… it’s something we’re still living.” – Darren Parry [06:52]
    • “If we don’t tell our stories, they disappear.” – Darren Parry [18:55]
    • “Healing begins when we’re willing to acknowledge what’s been carried for generations.” – Darren Parry [25:22]
    • “It’s not about blame… it’s about understanding.” – Scott Wright [41:35]
    • “We’re more connected than we realize—we just have to be willing to see it.” – LaRae Wright [52:28]
    Relevant links:

    https://www.instagram.com/shoshoneelder/

    Produced by NC Productions

    Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcast
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    1 時間 25 分
  • The Energy Stack | Mike Canales, Adam Heaps, Jesse Rich & Dan McFarland on Men’s Work, Brotherhood, and Healing in Community

    The Energy Stack | Mike Canales, Adam Heaps, Jesse Rich & Dan McFarland on Men’s Work, Brotherhood, and Healing in Community
    2026/04/23
    In this episode of the Observatory Podcast, Scott and LaRae Wright sit down with Mike Canales, Adam Heaps, Jesse Rich, and Dan McFarland to explore the heart behind the Energy Stack and the Virtual Men’s Council they’ve built together. What unfolds is a thoughtful, vulnerable conversation about men’s work, healing, brotherhood, and the kind of relational space that allows real transformation to happen. The four guests share how the work began, what drew each of them into it, and how these gatherings have changed their lives from the inside out. Along the way, they talk about safety, being witnessed by other men, learning to show up authentically, and the power of creating containers where men can heal, connect, and remember they are far more alike than different. This episode is both an invitation and a testimony to what becomes possible when men gather with honesty, intention, and heart.

    Timestamps:

    [00:00:17] Scott introduces the Energy Stack and the four guests joining the conversation
    [00:01:27] Mike Canales, Adam Heaps, Jesse Rich, and Dan McFarland join Scott and LaRae
    [00:02:53] Mike shares how the Energy Stack began and how the retreats took shape
    [00:08:23] Adam reflects on stumbling into the work and discovering the need for men’s circles
    [00:12:52] Jesse shares how brotherhood and safety with other men were missing in his life
    [00:17:37] Dan opens up about being witnessed, healing, and finding a place to belong
    [00:23:19] LaRae reflects on the depth she sees and asks how the work has changed them over time
    [00:42:28] What would they say to men who feel hesitant about joining something like this?
    [00:53:05] Memorable stories and meaningful moments from the in-person and virtual gatherings
    [01:04:09] The role of food, hospitality, and care in the retreat experience
    [01:09:10] Dan closes with gratitude for the women and feminine support behind the work

    Noteable Quotes:
    • “And it's just been pure magic.” – Mike Canales [06:30]
    • “It showed us what it is and it's still showing us and it's been showing us layer by layer.” – Adam Heaps [09:21]
    • “I didn't feel safe enough to connect with men.” – Jesse Rich [14:58]
    • “That I deserve the air that I breathe and. And the space that I take up in this world.” – Dan McFarland [35:26]
    • “It shows me every single time that what I get out of it, I didn't see coming out of left field.” – Dan McFarland [44:59]
    • “An immense amount of gratitude for all the feminine and the women that makes this stuff possible.” – Dan McFarland [01:09:19]
    Relevant links:

    https://www.instagram.com/theenergystack/
    https://www.instagram.com/mikecanales_/
    https://www.instagram.com/adamheaps/
    https://www.instagram.com/jessleerich333/
    https://www.instagram.com/mistermcfarland/

    Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcast

    Produced by NC Productions.
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    1 時間 12 分
  • Listening Differently | Scott & LaRae on Awareness, Language, and Inner Dialogue

    Listening Differently | Scott & LaRae on Awareness, Language, and Inner Dialogue
    2026/04/16
    In this episode of the Observatory Podcast, Scott and LaRae Wright explore the subtle but powerful ways awareness shifts how we experience life. What begins as a reflection on communication and perception evolves into a deeper conversation about how we interpret reality, the language we use internally, and how small realizations can create profound changes in how we show up. Through personal experiences and thoughtful dialogue, they unpack the difference between reacting and observing, how meaning is created, and why paying attention to the smallest details can transform relationships, self-awareness, and presence. This episode invites listeners to slow down, listen more closely, and reconsider how they engage with the world around them.

    Timestamps

    [00:00:18] Opening reflections and introducing the theme of awareness
    [00:02:12] How language shapes perception and experience
    [00:05:44] Noticing patterns in communication and internal dialogue
    [00:09:31] The difference between reacting and observing
    [00:13:12] Awareness as a practice, not a destination
    [00:17:40] How small shifts create meaningful change
    [00:21:18] Letting go of rigid interpretations
    [00:25:06] Recognizing where we assign meaning
    [00:28:33] Applying awareness in everyday life

    Quotes
    • “Sometimes we’re not reacting to what’s actually happening… we’re reacting to the meaning we’ve assigned to it.” – Scott Wright [05:52]
    • “When you start paying attention, you realize how much of your experience is created internally.” – Scott Wright [09:38]
    • “It’s not about controlling your thoughts… it’s about noticing them.” – LaRae Wright [13:20]
    • “Awareness isn’t something you arrive at, it’s something you practice.” – Scott Wright [13:42]
    • “The moment you see it, you can choose something different.” – LaRae Wright [21:24]
    Relevant links

    Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcast

    Produced by NC Productions.
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    41 分
  • Hearing Life Differently | Scott & LaRae on Awareness, Sound, and Paying Attention to Life Unmuted

    Hearing Life Differently | Scott & LaRae on Awareness, Sound, and Paying Attention to Life Unmuted
    2026/04/09
    In this episode of the Observatory Podcast, Scott and LaRae Wright explore an unexpected but powerful topic: hearing aids—and the deeper awareness they bring. What begins as a conversation about sound and technology quickly expands into a reflection on perception, presence, and how much of life we move through without truly noticing.Scott shares his experience of wearing hearing aids and the surprising realization of how much he had been missing—not just physically, but in awareness. Together, they unpack how tuning into subtle details can shift your entire experience of the world, relationships, and even your inner dialogue. This episode is a reminder that sometimes the smallest adjustments create the biggest shifts in how we experience life.

    Timestamps

    [00:00:18] Scott introduces the topic: hearing aids and unexpected awareness
    [00:01:05] The moment Scott realized he wasn’t hearing everything
    [00:03:12] First experiences wearing hearing aids and noticing new details
    [00:05:40] Sounds that were always there—but never noticed
    [00:08:22] Awareness vs. assumption in everyday life
    [00:11:03] How perception shapes experience and relationships
    [00:14:45] The connection between listening and presence
    [00:18:12] Subtle awareness and internal dialogue
    [00:21:30] Expanding awareness beyond physical hearing
    [00:24:18] Applying the lesson: where else are we “not hearing”?
    [00:27:05] Final reflections on awareness and attention

    Noteable Quotes

    • “I didn’t even realize how much I wasn’t hearing until I started hearing it.” – Scott Wright [01:12]
    • “It’s amazing how many things are happening around us that we’re just not aware of.” – Scott Wright [05:48]
    • “When you start to actually listen, everything changes.” – Scott Wright [14:52]
    • “It’s not just about hearing better—it’s about being more present.” – LaRae Wright [15:10]
    • “Where else in our life are we not really listening?” – Scott Wright [24:25]
    Relevant links

    Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcast

    Produced by NC Productions.
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    30 分
  • ‘I am Sound’ | Jeremy Robison on Transforming Lives through the Power of Flutes revisited

    ‘I am Sound’ | Jeremy Robison on Transforming Lives through the Power of Flutes revisited
    2026/04/02
    In this episode of The Observatory, Jeremy Robison joins the show to discuss the different flutes they produce at the I am Sound business. Jeremy is a music enthusiast who founded I am Sound, which creates beautiful, eco-friendly musical instruments priced much lower than they "should" be. It aims to make them more affordable and accessible to as many beings as possible, especially to the rising generations. Hear Jeremy’s journey into the flute business, his first experience with flutes, the different flutes they produce, and the journey to making a 3D printed flute.

    Timestamps

    [04:28] How Jeremy got into the flute business
    [09:00] Jeremy’s story with the clothing business
    [12:54] Jeremy’s collaboration with other artists
    [13:08] Jeremy’s first flute experience
    [16:15] Jeremy’s relationship with music
    [19:45] The journey to making a 3D-printed flute
    [22:15] The frequency of the top of the Pyramid and Mother Earth
    [28:41] How many flute varieties do you have?
    [34:30] The community that Jeremy is building with the flute business
    [41:29] The art of trusting the universe
    [46:00] The time it takes to produce the 3D-printed flute
    [48:10] The number of flutes Jeremy sells in a day
    [53:10] The different experiences of the flutes with different people

    Notable quotes:
    • “432 Hz F sharp is the frequency on the top of the pyramid and Mother Earth.” - Jeremy Robison [22:15]
    • “Music can change culture. It can infiltrate and do some healing.” - Jeremy Robison [57:06]
    Relevant links:

    Jeremy Robison Website: https://iamsound.one/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ias.creations
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ias.creations

    Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcast

    Produced by NC Productions.
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    1 時間 4 分
  • Happy, Healthy, Free | Kandis Larson on Healing Lyme, Radical Consistency, and Living Your Dash

    Happy, Healthy, Free | Kandis Larson on Healing Lyme, Radical Consistency, and Living Your Dash
    2026/03/26
    In this episode of the Observatory Podcast, Scott and LaRae Wright welcome Kandis Larson back to the show for a powerful update on her health, her mindset, and the major changes she has made over the last year. What begins as a conversation about her creative sticker business quickly opens into a deeper story of healing, discipline, freedom, and learning how to show up for yourself one small choice at a time.Kandis shares the moment she hit rock bottom with her health, how a frightening bloodwork result forced her to get radically honest about what needed to change, and the intentional path she took to reclaim her energy, reduce pain, and rebuild trust in her body. Along the way, the conversation expands into self-imposed limitations, making healing fun, the mantra “happy, healthy, free,” and the moving reminder to live your dash. This episode is an inspiring reflection on what becomes possible when you stop waiting for someday and begin with today.

    Timestamps

    [00:00:18] Kandis Larson returns to the podcast for a one-year update
    [00:02:01] Looking back at the last episode and what has changed since then
    [00:05:21] Kandis talks about her sticker business and how she creates new designs
    [00:10:13] A health turning point: blood work, Lyme disease, and rheumatoid arthritis markers
    [00:11:14] Rock bottom and the decision to change her relationship with food
    [00:12:33] Three months of intentional eating becomes a much longer commitment
    [00:20:14] Tiny daily choices, consistency, and the power of staying with it
    [00:21:04] Tracking blood markers, body measurements, and progress over time
    [00:26:10] Self-imposed limitations, awareness, and choosing differently
    [00:29:29] Food videos, simple meals, and making healthy living feel accessible
    [00:39:27] “Happy, healthy, free” and what freedom now means to Kandis
    [00:50:19] Why movement and discipline have to be fun to be sustainable
    [00:54:45] “Live your dash” and the legacy of Eric Edges
    [01:01:20] Meaning, the beauty way, and how we choose to experience life
    [01:02:11] Kandis shares about her new house, creating gathering space, and future possibilities
    [01:10:38] Menopause, community conversations, and offering what she has learned

    Noteable Quotes
    • “But I was like, I am, determined to not get RA.” – Kandis Larson [11:04]
    • “Because every single day, I was making that tiny little choice, that little change every single day.” – Kandis Larson [20:14]
    • “Six months from now you will either have six months of excuses or six months of progress.” – Kandis Larson [27:20]
    • “I'm happy, I'm healthy, I'm free.” – Kandis Larson [39:32]
    • “They say is live your dash.” – Kandis Larson [54:45]
    • “There's meaning in everything.” – Scott Wright [01:01:20]
    Relevant Links:

    Kandis Instagram
    https://www.erikedgeslegacyofkindness.com/ - silent auction Sept 12th

    Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcast
    Produced by NC Productions!
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    1 時間 18 分
  • Greece Comes Alive | Scott & LaRae on Sacred Travel, Ancient History, and Shared Humanity

    Greece Comes Alive | Scott & LaRae on Sacred Travel, Ancient History, and Shared Humanity
    2026/03/19
    In this episode of the Observatory Podcast, Scott and LaRae Wright reflect on their recent trip to Greece and the deep impact it had on them. From Santorini’s volcanic history to ancient ruins, sacred spaces, spontaneous music, and shared moments of community, this conversation explores how travel can become more than sightseeing — it can become a mirror. Together, they unpack the humbling experience of standing where civilizations once flourished, feeling the energy of those who came before, and recognizing how history, mythology, and culture continue to shape the way we understand ourselves today. Along the way, they reflect on music as offering, the divine in everything, and the truth that kept returning throughout the journey: we are more similar than we are different.

    Timestamps

    [00:00:03] Welcome to The Observatory Podcast
    [00:00:18] Scott and LaRae introduce their recent trip to Greece
    [00:01:26] How the invitation came together and why Greece had long been on their list
    [00:02:45] Santorini, earthquakes, and entering a place with deep history
    [00:05:23] The past as a mirror and how truth can shift over time
    [00:07:44] Ancient ruins, excavation, and the sophistication of early civilizations
    [00:12:58] Humility, presence, and feeling the energy of those who came before
    [00:17:49] Playing music in sacred spaces and honoring place through reverence
    [00:22:57] Greek mythology, elemental traditions, and the divine in everything
    [00:28:20] “More similar than different” across cultures and shared humanity
    [00:30:37] Spontaneous dancing, celebration, and creating community while traveling
    [00:34:46] Travel stress, self-awareness, and getting to know yourself on the road
    [00:37:49] A tribute to Greece and closing reflections

    Noteable Quotes :
    • “What we hold so close to being a truth, whether it’s a truth that I hold for myself or one that you hold for you, may not be a truth for everyone.” – Scott Wright [05:32]
    • “It’s just a very humbling experience for you to reconcile what you’re experiencing, what you believe, and then to just be in presence with it all and feel the energy of all who came before you in that place.” – Scott Wright [13:03]
    • “It’s the feeling of being in a place that’s sacred to other people and then honoring it in reverence and honoring it in the music that just flows through.” – Scott Wright [19:45]
    • “That is such a beautiful way to create some sort of energetic exchange between yourself and that environment, as well as make a prayerful offering.” – LaRae Wright [20:09]
    • “God is everything, that the divine is everything. And when we say everything, that’s exclusive of nothing.” – Scott Wright [24:31]
    • “We’re more similar than we are different.” – LaRae Wright [28:42]

    Relevant Links:

    Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcast
    Produced by NC Productions!
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    39 分
  • Breaking Sacred Chains | Iilona Nielson’s Journey to Freedom Beyond Mormonism revisited

    Breaking Sacred Chains | Iilona Nielson’s Journey to Freedom Beyond Mormonism revisited
    2026/03/12
    In this episode of The Observatory, Iilona Nielson joins the show to discuss her journey to releasing the attachment with the Mormon Church and coming out on the other side. Hear how Iilona realized something was wrong, the experience of building a family on a belief that feels wrong, and how she navigated the journey of getting out of Mormonism with her husband. Iilona also shares the challenges of getting out, the things that helped her on the journey, and the experience of being on the other side. Scott also shares his story of getting out of Mormonism.

    Timestamps

    [01:57] Iilona Nielson’s background information
    [05:14] The time Iilona moves from Ireland to the USA
    [08:02] The first time Iilona realized she was brainwashed
    [11:40] How Iilona met with her husband
    [13:58] The Masonic Temple
    [17:14] The experience of building a family on a belief that feels wrong
    [22:06] How Iilona realized that something is wrong
    [26:19] Scott’s journey out of Mormonism
    [28:20] How Iilona navigated her journey of getting out with her husband
    [36:00] Things that helped Iilona on her journey of getting out
    [37:40] The challenges of getting out of the Mormon Church
    [43:00] The experience of moving to North Carolina
    [48:50] How the kids responded to the new environment
    [54:00] The best gift that Iilona gave her kids
    [01:00:44] Shifting from the outside to within
    [01:01:18] Plato’s Allegory of the Cave
    [01:07:23] How Iilona got into breathwork yoga
    [01:08:27] Iilona's relationship with herself now
    [01:14:26] Advise to people with self-doubt and fear of the unknown

    Notable quotes:
    • “It’s powerful for people to know they are not going to Hell. Hell is invented just like Heaven. It’s all right here.” - Scott Wright [16:28]
    • “The process of doubting helps you understand that things are not right.” - LaRae Wright [34:09]
    • “It’s challenging to be authentic and speak the truth when everything around you says something different.” - Iilona Nielson [54:45]
    • “The only true wisdom is in knowing that you know nothing.” - Scott Wright [01:06:06]
      “ The home is not external but when you are in balance with yourself.” - Iilona Nielson [01:08:13]
    Relevant Links:

    Subscribe to the podcast: Apple Podcast
    Produced by NC Productions!
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    1 時間 18 分