Ever wondered how sickness can be a reason for gratitude? In this episode of The Dead Man Walking Podcast, Fred delves into a fascinating conversation with world traveler and spiritualist Bea Broda. Bea shares insights from a booklet at the Blue Mosque in Istanbul that highlights the benefits of sickness in fostering mindfulness. She reflects on her involvement with Hinduism, Buddhism, and Bikram yoga, explaining how her personalized belief system compares to paths leading to one sea. With a background as a spiritualist minister and TV host for shows like "Out of Town Adventures" and "The Great Beyond," Bea offers unique perspectives on travel and cultural experiences. Her travels to over 100 countries and her fondness for the Winnipeg Jets hockey team add another layer of intrigue to her story. Bea also provides valuable travel tips and recounts intense experiences from her journeys, such as accidentally trespassing into a submarine base in Argentina. Fred and Bea discuss the role of trauma in reshaping life paths and how integrating global cultural practices can enrich our lives. Wrapping up with some engaging travel recollections and future projects, this episode is a treasure trove of wisdom and adventure. [https://get.castmagic.io/TheDeadManWalkingPodcast] To contact Fred: repeatedly.dead.fred@gmail.com To contact PR: myles@hiltz2.com To find Fred’s memoir: https://bit.ly/3mwDpit Alternative Titles: Sickness and Gratitude: A Journey with Bea Broda Spiritual Paths and Global Treks: Bea Broda's Adventures From TV to Travel: Bea Broda’s Unique Life Perspectives Navigating Life Through Mindfulness and Travel with Bea Broda Questions I Wish I'd Asked: How did your role as a spiritualist minister influence your outlook on global travel and cultural practices? Can you share a transformative moment or encounter during your travels that significantly altered your personal belief system? How do you balance personal experiences and professional responsibilities while producing travel content? Lessons Learned/Takeaways: Embracing diverse cultural practices and beliefs can enrich one's life and foster deeper connections around the world. Mindfulness and gratitude, even in sickness, can extend life by encouraging individuals to live more consciously. Experiences and encounters from global travel can profoundly impact personal growth and perspectives on spirituality and life. Hashtags: #MentalHealth #OvercomingAdversity #Resilience #PositiveMindset #Fitness #Health #Food #TimeRestrictedEating #Lifestyle #Inspiration #GinStephens #DelayDon’tDeny #FastFeastRepeat #IntermittentFastingStories #TheSummerIDiedTwentyTimes #TheDeadManWalkingPodcast #FredRutman #SixDegreesOfPortageAndMain #Winnipeg #RepeatedlyDeadFred #TravelWisdom #SpiritualGrowth #CulturalInsights #Mindfulness #BikramYoga #HinduDietary #GlobalAdventure #TravelTips #CulturalExperiences #PersonalizedBeliefs #TravelerAtHeart #Exploration #WorldTraveler #BeaBroda Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction to Bea Broda 02:20 - Cultural perspectives on sickness from the Blue Mosque 06:15 - Embracing Hinduism and Buddhism 11:30 - Bea's personalized belief system and spiritualist journey 16:45 - Insights on Bea's TV shows "Out of Town Adventures" and "The Great Beyond" 20:10 - Recollections from traveling to over 100 countries 25:00 - Bea's fondness for the Winnipeg Jets and sports discussions 29:00 - Travel tips and engaging with local cultures 34:15 - Memorable travel experiences and overcoming challenges 40:30 - Future projects and concluding thoughts
