In this episode, Nuki sits down with spiritual teacher Carolyn Marie Yakopich to explore consciousness, embodiment, feminine energy, and the journey of awakening to a deeper sense of self.

Carolyn shares her personal practices of meditation and sacred feminine embodiment, and how they have helped her reconnect with her inner power, intuition, and connection to Earth and the stars. She also takes us into her spiritual pilgrimages through Egypt, exploring the energy and ancient wisdom she encounters in sacred places.

Together, they explore what it means to awaken, reconnect with our deeper nature, and experience love as a force within us.

From the What Makes Us Human podcast — conversations exploring consciousness, connection, and the human experience.

You can connect with Carolyn and know more about her pilgrimages to Egypt here:

www.soulawakeningschool.com/service

In this solo episode, Nuki reflects on a deeply personal season of healing and the inner shifts that have transformed the way he experiences life.

Through meditation, self-inquiry, and lived experience, he explores the power of the heart, the role of inner awareness, and why true healing begins from within rather than through external circumstances. As the conversation unfolds, Nuki shares how reconnecting with love, presence, and his inner world has changed the way he approaches growth, resilience, and the challenges of everyday life.

This is an honest reflection on healing, consciousness, and discovering a deeper source of peace that isn't dependent on what happens around us.

From the What Makes Us Human podcast — reflections on consciousness, healing, and the human experience.

You can connect with Nuki at nukicansella.com

In this solo episode, Nuki reflects on one of the most profound shifts in his journey of self-awareness: discovering the observer behind the thinking mind.

Through meditation, curiosity, and quiet introspection, he shares how learning to observe his thoughts—rather than identify with them—has transformed the way he experiences himself and the world. This is a personal reflection on consciousness, truth, and the freedom that comes from recognizing there is something deeper within us than the constant stream of thought.

Rather than offering answers, Nuki invites listeners into an exploration of awareness and the possibility of seeing life from a different perspective.

From the What Makes Us Human podcast — reflections on consciousness, self-awareness, and the human experience.

You can find Nuki at: nukicansella.com

In this episode, Nuki sits down with Dada Gunamuktananda, a yogi, meditation teacher, and longtime practitioner of Ananda Marga, to explore what it truly means to know yourself.

Drawing on more than three decades of meditation and spiritual practice, Dada shares how self-realization begins not by becoming someone new, but by remembering who we already are. Together, they explore consciousness, love, the human experience, and the timeless wisdom of meditation as a daily practice for returning to our center.

Inspired by the teachings of Shrii Shrii Anandamurti, this conversation offers a thoughtful perspective on inner transformation, presence, and the journey back to the authentic self.

From the What Makes Us Human podcast — conversations exploring consciousness, meaning, and the human experience.

You can connect to Dada at https://consciousfrontier.org/

In this second conversation with Dr. Martha Eddy, Nuki explores the profound relationship between the body, energy, and human awareness.

Drawing on decades of experience in somatic movement education, Dr. Eddy shares how movement can help us reconnect with ourselves, release stored patterns, and deepen our understanding of what it means to be fully human. Together, they explore the body's role as a vessel for experience, the connection between movement and energy, and how embodied practices can support healing, presence, and transformation.

This conversation also highlights Dr. Eddy's work through Dynamic Embodiment and Moving For Life, offering a practical and inspiring perspective on living with greater awareness through the wisdom of the body.

From the What Makes Us Human podcast — conversations exploring consciousness, movement, and the human experience.

You can find Dr. Martha Eddy and his work here:

https://drmarthaeddy.com/

https://dynamicembodiment.org/

https://www.movingforlife.org/

In this episode, Nuki sits down with Sue Bromley, NeuroChange Solutions consultant and facilitator, for a powerful conversation on transformation, awareness, and what it truly means to change.

Together, they explore the relationship between the conscious and subconscious mind, the patterns and behaviours that shape our lives, and the role awareness plays in creating lasting change. Sue shares insights from her work helping people navigate personal transformation, offering practical perspectives on how we can become more conscious of our thoughts, habits, and the stories we live by.

A thoughtful conversation on growth, self-awareness, and the human capacity to evolve.

From What Makes Us Human — conversations exploring consciousness, meaning, and the human experience.

You can connect with Sue Bromley here:

www.suebromley.com.au

www.linkedin.com/in/suebromley

Instagram: @suebromleyncs

In this solo episode, Nuki shares his personal journey of exploring the body's energy centers and how this practice has transformed the way he understands himself and the world around him.

Drawing from his own experiences with meditation, awareness, and self-inquiry, he reflects on the role of the chakras as guides for personal growth, connection, and inner balance. Moving through each energy center, Nuki offers his interpretation of their meaning and how becoming aware of them has helped him feel more grounded, authentic, compassionate, and empowered.

This is not a lesson or a doctrine, but a personal exploration of what becomes possible when we turn our attention inward and reconnect with the deeper aspects of ourselves.

From the What Makes Us Human podcast — reflections on consciousness, self-awareness, and the human experience.

In this episode, Nuki sits down with Jana Roemer — astrologer, Yoga Nidra practitioner, and lifelong student of nature’s wisdom — for a thought-provoking conversation on consciousness, connection, and the stories we tell about ourselves and the world around us.

Together, they explore humanity’s relationship with nature, astrology, time, and the search for meaning. Jana shares her perspective on living in harmony with natural cycles, reconnecting with the wisdom that exists all around us, and questioning the assumptions that shape our understanding of reality.

A reflective conversation on awareness, curiosity, truth, and remembering our place within something greater than ourselves.

Jana has also generously shared a complimentary Astro Nidra practice with our community. In this guided journey, she explores the embryonic development of the thyroid, arms, hands, and fingertips, while reflecting on the dual nature of human experience and our connection to community through the quantum field. You can access the resource through the link below.

https://attunetothemoon.sellfy.store/p/gemini-astro-nidra-quantum-community-2020-01/

In this episode, Nuki sits down with Charlotte — clinical psychologist, Ayurveda practitioner, and host of the Ayurveda & Psychology Podcast — for a deep conversation on consciousness, identity, and personal transformation.

Together, they explore Carl Jung’s archetypes, the patterns and versions of ourselves we hold onto, and the importance of letting go in order to grow into who we are becoming. Charlotte also shares her perspective on Ayurveda as more than a practice — but a way of understanding the connection between mind, body, spirit, and emotional wellbeing.

A thoughtful conversation on awareness, healing, self-understanding, and the evolving human experience.

From What Makes Us Human — conversations exploring consciousness, meaning, and the human experience.

You can find Charlotte here:

linktr.ee/ayurveda.psychology

Book a free consultation with Charlotte here:

https://tr.ee/jGL4c7MlhR

In this fourth part of their Belief Systems series, Nuki and Cav continue exploring how beliefs evolve through experience, reflection, and awareness.

This episode becomes a deeper personal exploration as Nuki shares how his current belief system is shifting and reorganising through new insights, lived experience, and a growing understanding of meaning and consciousness. Together, they reflect on the idea that belief systems are not fixed structures, but living frameworks that continuously evolve as we do.

Drawing inspiration from Jordan Peterson’s Maps of Meaning work and Joe Dispenza’s teachings on consciousness and transformation, the conversation explores how humans create meaning, orient themselves through reality, and consciously reshape the stories they live by.

Through honest dialogue and continued inquiry, Nuki and Cav deepen their journey into belief, identity, awareness, and the ever-evolving human experience.

From What Makes Us Human — conversations exploring consciousness, meaning, and the human experience.

In this second solo episode, Nuki opens up about his personal journey with meditation — from the early challenges and questions to the practices, tools, and moments of awareness that have shaped his path over time.

Through honest reflection, he shares how meditation became more than just a practice, but a way of reconnecting with presence, clarity, and the deeper self beneath the noise of everyday life.

A grounded and personal conversation on awareness, stillness, and the ongoing journey inward.

From What Makes Us Human — conversations exploring consciousness, connection, and the human experience.

In this first solo episode, Nuki opens up from the heart on a simple truth that can easily be forgotten in the noise of modern life: we are not separate.

Reflecting on connection, oneness, and the human need to belong, he explores how true support is often found not in achievement or control, but in togetherness — through presence, playfulness, and remembering that others seek the same love, peace, and acceptance that we do.

A raw and honest reflection on unity, truth, and what it means to be human.

From What Makes Us Human — conversations exploring consciousness, connection, and the human experience.

Where to find Nuki:

Instagram @nuki_humana

Youtube @nuki_humana

In this episode, Nuki sits down with Ah Ra — yogi, Capoeira Angola teacher, musician, and practitioner of ancient healing arts — for a powerful conversation on what it truly means to be human.

Ah Ra shares his perspective that beneath identity and form lies pure consciousness, and that it is through our interaction with the world around us — people, environment, movement, and experience — that we become human.

Together, they explore embodiment, awareness, ancient wisdom, and the relationship between spirit and the physical world.

From What Makes Us Human — conversations exploring consciousness, connection, and the human experience.

Where you can find Prof AhRa

@rootsyoga.life

https://www.rootsyoga.life/

In this third part of their Belief Systems series, Nuki and Cav dive deeper into how beliefs are formed — and how often they are unconsciously inherited from the world around us.

As the conversation becomes more intricate and personal, they explore the difference between beliefs formed through personal experience and those shaped by conditioning, influence, and repetition. They reflect on how awareness can help us recognize when we are living from our own beliefs — or simply following patterns we've absorbed over time.

Together, they discuss the role of questioning, self-reflection, and emotional experience in shaping belief systems, and how becoming conscious of these patterns can open the path to greater clarity and authenticity.

Through continued exploration and honest dialogue, Nuki and Cav deepen their journey into belief, identity, and what it means to consciously shape our human experience.

From the What Makes Us Human podcast — conversations exploring consciousness, meaning, and the human experience.

In this second part of their Belief Systems series, Nuki and Cav continue exploring how beliefs shape our reality and influence the way we experience life.

This time, the conversation becomes more personal, as they begin sharing their own evolving belief systems and the experiences that have shaped them. Together, they reflect on how beliefs are not fixed, but constantly evolving through awareness, curiosity, and lived experience.

As the discussion unfolds, they explore how meaning is created, how personal truth develops over time, and how questioning what we believe can open the door to deeper understanding.

Through personal reflection and shared curiosity, Nuki and Cav continue navigating the ever-changing landscape of belief, meaning, and the human experience.

From the What Makes Us Human podcast — conversations exploring consciousness, meaning, and the human experience.

In this episode, Nuki sits down with Francie Fishman, mentor and embodiment guide, to explore the powerful connection between voice, confidence, and the human experience.

Francie works with individuals to help them reconnect with their authentic voice through embodiment, somatic awareness, and emotional healing. Together, they dive into what it means to be human — moving beyond labels and identities, and learning to embrace all emotions, even the ones we often resist.

They explore how suppressed emotions can keep us stuck, and how loving and fully feeling those experiences can become a gateway to growth and self-expression. Francie also shares how the voice itself can act as a portal — unlocking confidence, authenticity, and deeper self-connection.

This conversation is a gentle yet powerful reminder that when we reconnect with our voice, we reconnect with who we truly are.

From the What Makes Us Human podcast — conversations exploring identity, embodiment, and the human experience.

In this episode, Nuki and Cav begin a new series exploring one of the most fundamental aspects of the human experience — belief systems.

Together, they unpack how beliefs are formed through personal experience, influence, and meaning-making. From religion and atheism to philosophy, stories, and everyday life, they explore how each individual creates their own framework for understanding the world.

Through personal reflections and shared curiosity, Nuki and Cav begin laying the foundation for a deeper exploration of belief, meaning, and the evolving human perspective.

From the What Makes Us Human podcast — conversations exploring consciousness, meaning, and the human experience.

In this third part of their March Equinox series, Nuki and Cav go deeper into the spiritual calendar they are creating — one that follows the movement of the Sun through the zodiac and invites a more conscious way of living.

Rather than filling months with goals, tasks, or resolutions, they introduce a simple yet powerful practice: one question per month.

Starting from the March Equinox and the energy of Aries, the question becomes “Who am I?” — repeated daily for 30 days as a way to explore identity, awareness, and self-discovery.

Then, as the energy shifts into Taurus, the focus moves to grounding and support, with the next question: “What supports me?”

Together, Nuki and Cav discuss repetition, reflection, emotional awareness, and how asking the same question each day can gradually reveal deeper layers of the self. The goal is simplicity — a gentle, consistent practice that aligns you with natural cycles and supports your journey of self-mastery.

From the What Makes Us Human podcast — conversations exploring consciousness, rhythm, and the human experience.

In this episode, Nuki sits down with Dr. Martha Eddy, an international leader in Somatic Movement Education and Therapy, to explore a powerful and often overlooked dimension of the human experience — the body.

With over 30 years of work in movement, embodied cognition, and BodyMind integration, Dr. Eddy brings a unique perspective on what it truly means to be human. Together, they explore how movement shapes awareness, how the body influences emotions and cognition, and why embodiment is essential for connection, wellbeing, and growth.

Through this thoughtful conversation, Dr. Eddy shares her insights on the BodyMind connection, the role of movement in human development, and how reconnecting with the body can deepen our understanding of ourselves and others.

From the What Makes Us Human podcast — conversations exploring consciousness, connection, and the human experience.

You can find Dr.Martha Eddy and her work here:

https://drmarthaeddy.com/

https://dynamicembodiment.org/

https://www.movingforlife.org/

In this episode, Nuki sit down with Lyson for a real and honest conversation about awareness, discipline, and the gap between intention and action.

They explore why so many people fall into repetitive cycles — chasing results without truly valuing the lifestyle required to sustain them. From fitness and habits to identity and personal values, the discussion highlights the importance of building awareness and creating a clear vision for your life.

Lyson shares his perspective on breaking unconscious patterns, questioning external influences, and taking full responsibility for the direction of your life.

Because at some point, the question becomes simple:

Do you actually know what you want — and are you willing to live it?

✨ From the What Makes Us Human podcast — conversations on growth, awareness, and the reality of being human.