In this wide-open and adventurous conversation, host Chad Johnson sits down with Ryan Lee, the founder of Capsule Adventures, a sober travel company that blends exploration with recovery. Ryan takes us through his remarkable journey—from the grind of corporate America to hitting rock bottomin New Orleans, where he sought sobriety, and the winding path in between.Along the way, he discovered how to combine his love of travel with his commitment to living sober, ultimately creating a space where others canexperience the world without alcohol.

Hold on tight—this ride through Ryan’s life is raw, funny, and inspiring.Spoiler alert: he makes it out alive…and sober.

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In this engaging conversation, host Chad speaks with Tommy G, the Hockey Town Hypnotist, about the transformative power of hypnosis and hypnotherapy. They explore Tommy's journey from skepticism to becoming a skilled hypnotist, the techniques he uses to help people overcome addiction and trauma, and the scientific principles behind hypnotherapy. The discussion also highlights the mission of the Tom Silver Foundation, which aims to provide free hypnotherapy services to those in need, continuing the legacy of Tom Silver, a pioneer in the field. Tommy shares insights from his experiences and the importance of addressing underlying issues in mental health and recovery.

In this soul-stirring episode of Not All There, Chad sits downwith Chicago-based singer and songwriter Nathan Peterson for a vulnerable conversation about grief, healing, and the quiet power of breath. Nathan opens up about his personal journey through loss, and how music,silence, and stillness became tools for survival—and eventually, transformation.

Together, they explore what it means to nurture yourself without guilt, especially in a world that often asks us to put others first. Nathan shares insights into how grief isn’t something to fix or outrun, but something to befriend—one breath at a time.

This episode is for anyone who’s been cracked open by life and is learning to rebuild with gentleness, truth, and love.

Find more about Nathan Peterson here:

https://nathanpeterson.net/