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Do you hate being manipulated by institutions that make you feel forced into gift giving? I do. So I wrote a podcast episode about it. It's a gift to myself; and maybe for you too.

I had a revelation the other night: I can't keep thinking and acting the way I've been thinking and acting. My thinking and acting just don't line-up with what I believe anymore. So I guess it's time to make some changes. I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I enjoyed creating it.

Inspired by a fit of frustration the night before writing and recording this episode, Alex muses on the topic of growth and what's really happening when we observe growth.

Noah Morin joins his dad for a special 50th episode edition filled with the energy of innocence and clarity.

This episode was going to be called, "The End." But then that all changed and Alex decided on something else. Enjoy what might have been his very last podcast episode on this platform as he takes you on a journey through his thoughts on what a matrix is, how one's created, what they do, how to escape one, and other fascinating thoughts.

Why do we put-up with an education system that systematically ignores solutions to illiteracy and innumeracy? Are we being duped by a system in which there are advantages to having an illiterate population? Illiteracy and innumeracy are forms of academic child abuse that pose a threat to our democratic freedom. It's time for change. Join esteemed guest Michael Maloney for a bewildering journey into the maniacal education system that's in dire need of a reset.

In this thought provoking episode, Alex explores the construct of identity and ponders the possibility that we're a lot more than how we identify ourselves.

This episode is about freedom. It's also about the illusion of division, the power of one, and the infinitude of love.

Are we already masters but don't realize it? Well then, I suppose it's time to discover your field of possibilities and your power of manifestation. Manifest this episode by hitting play. And happy holidays. Thank you for supporting the Almost Enlightened podcast in 2021. 2022 will take us to incredible places... guaranteed!

"You know something, until you know something else." In this very thought provoking episode, Alex examines the nature of belief and makes some interesting observations about its very essence. **And congratulations to the Almost Enlightened Podcast for being named to Feedspot's top 20 "best observation" podcasts. The Almost Enlightened show came-in at number 8. Yippee!** Check it out here: https://blog.feedspot.com/observation_podcasts/

Alex calls this episode one of the most important episodes of the year. It's real, it's honest, and it'll make you feel something.

Nope - get your mind out of the gutter! Not that kind of rooting. This is a magical discussion about the practice of grounding, also known as earthing or rooting. You're in store for some really cool connections that'll surely cause you to disrobe and find some earth.

Everyone knows the importance of learning, right?! In this episode, Alex ruminates on something that he believes is even more important than learning. And that's, unlearning.

You may have forgotten what it's like to venture into the unknown. Pick-up a walking stick and join Alex for a journey into awareness, using the imagination and a little curiosity.

Not a guy who's ever worn too much jewellery, Alex ponders the significance of a new necklace and ends-up learning some pretty interesting things on this latest journey.

They’re brilliant, they’re changing the world, and they’re both guests on the Almost Enlightened Podcast.  Join Nikki Symmons, Tom Zamzow, and Alex for some brilliant conversation on the topics of navigating a career, diversity & inclusion, the power of personal stories, effecting positive change, and so many other fascinating topics.  Nikki’s a former professional athlete, LGBTQ role model, diversity and inclusion advisor, and exceptional human being.  Tom’s the founder of Zamzow Consulting, a communications and reputation management expert, co-host of the Higher! Career Podcast with Nikki, and a compassionate human being. You’re going to love this episode! Wanna know more about Nikki and Tom? Check them out here:  https://linktr.ee/gohigherpodcast Facebook HIGHER Career Podcast Facebook page Nikki Symmons Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikki-symmons/ Tom Zamzow Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomzamzow/ Nikki Symmons IG: https://www.instagram.com/niksymmons/  Nikki Symmons Twitter: https://twitter.com/Niksymmons  Tom Zamzow Twitter: https://twitter.com/zamzowtom 

What if Alex's crazy idea actually worked? In this fascinating episode, Alex discusses positive versus negative energy and the merit behind starting a brand new one-of-a-kind energy company. Check this one out!

This is a special edition episode. It's a reading of a blog that Alex wrote for the purpose of sharing on Megan O'Donnell Clements' "thelovedlife.com" website. Megan's a multipreneur, blogger, mom, wife, and mass shooting survivor, amongst many other talents. This episode examines the parallels between an ocean's undertow and an emotional undertow.

In this utopian look at what life might look like if consumers were to determine the pricing of goods and services they purchase, Alex toys with the idea of a "Worth Economy." Agree or disagree, the subject is fun to explore and provides a glimpse at an alternative solution to all that's gone wrong with modern day economics.

Stephen Hawking once attributed humankind's greatest achievements to talking. Hawking was a genius; but what if language or the absence of it took humankind in a different direction? Alex explores the constraints of modern language and wonders if language forces us into a particular worldview.