Herein is a surprisingly deep philosophical and spiritual discussion concerning the apprehension and understanding of levels of reality within consciousness and their interaction with the physical world. The discussion then focuses on Whitley’s latest, soon to be published book about Jesus Christ. The conversation also includes a discussion of love and marriage.

What do you believe triggers synchronicities? What seems to increase the occurrence of them?

Here he notes that ancient traditions throughout the world have recognized the power of sound vibrations to affect consciousness in a variety of ways. Words of power are used in both magical and mystical traditions. This use has also been carried over to the world of commerce and other aspects of everyday life – as [...]

How do you become more confident / safely share your beliefs in an increasingly powerful panopticon rather than staying quiet?

Here the discussion focuses on the many personalities who contributed to the cultural wave that swept the western world, particularly the United States, during the 1960s (many of whom have been interviewed by Jeffrey Mishlove). Matthew’s book specifically focuses on the period from 1955 to 1975. Topics include the role of the Vietnam war, LSD, [...]

If you could go back five years, what advice would you give your younger self?

Here he points out that numerous pathways exist by which individuals come into a dialogical relationship with what is sometimes called the subconscious, spirit, higher consciousness, or transcendent realty. He describes the southern USA practice of snake handling and drinking poisonous substances as one such example. The visions of Joan of Arc that led a [...]