The Frontier Beyond Fear

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The Frontier Beyond Fear

"I want to thank you for one of the best interviews that I've ever had." ~ " I am deeply appreciative that you're being straight and vulnerable with me and with your listeners" ~ "...you have a great gift you are giving" ~ "...it's been so wonderful" ~ "...it was just so much fun" ~ "It's incredibly important…" ~ "a terrific interview...it makes all the difference in the world to have a host who is informed and interested..." ~ "You had such wonderful insights and questions. It made for a real interchange..." ~ "a light-filled hour" Love is the only way here. Welcome to The Frontier Beyond Fear. Web: www.frontierbeyondfear.com Twitter: @bridgebldr

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    Quiet Spaces

    How can we seek and create spaces of quiet in a world that emphasizes the opposite?With degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.comAI-related episodes are here: http://ourleapbeyondai.com/Early Roses photo by Susan Larison Danz from her walk the morning of May 7, 2026.  Now in its 16th year, The Frontier Beyond Fear podcast is hosted by a genuine human being.

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    Beauty and Inner Peace

    Focusing regularly on the Beauty around us is essential to restoring and nurturing our inner peace, no matter what is going on in our lives or the world.With degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.comHidden Stream photo by Susan Larison Danz from her walk the morning of April 22, 2026.  Now in its 16th year, The Frontier Beyond Fear podcast is hosted by a genuine human being.

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    Our Emotional and Spiritual Journeys

    In our journeys as human beings with very real and precious emotions, how can our spiritual paths help us?With degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.comEthereal Skies photo by Susan Larison Danz from her walk the morning of April 12, 2026.  Now in its 16th year, The Frontier Beyond Fear podcast is hosted by a genuine human being.

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    Earth Day Encouragement

    On Earth Day and every day, we can be encouraged by mindfully observing the Beauty of Nature.  This will not only inspire us and restore our inner peace.  It will help us to focus on what truly matters in our lives and in the world.  This is the path to developing our spiritual maturity, which is far more nurturing and impactful than any other form of so-called "advancement".With degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.comAI-related episodes are here: http://ourleapbeyondai.com/Everyday Lilacs photo by Susan Larison Danz from her walk to and from her mailbox the afternoon of April 9, 2026.  Now in its 16th year, The Frontier Beyond Fear podcast is hosted by a genuine human being.

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    Easing Our Fears

    The title of this long-running podcast "The Frontier Beyond Fear" makes a very bold statement about fear.We return to the question: How can we ease our fears?  Does "The Frontier Beyond Fear" exist in the midst of our unfolding human experience?With degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.comAI-related episodes are here: http://ourleapbeyondai.com/Clouds and Blue Skies photo by Susan Larison Danz from her walk the afternoon of April 9, 2026.  Now in its 16th year, The Frontier Beyond Fear podcast is hosted by a genuine human being.

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    Reclaiming Clarity

    How can we reclaim a sense of clarity no matter what circumstances we are encountering in our lives and in the world?With degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.comAI-related episodes are here: http://ourleapbeyondai.com/Clear Flowing Waters photo by Susan Larison Danz from her walk the morning of April 7, 2026. Now in its 16th year, The Frontier Beyond Fear podcast is hosted by a genuine human being.

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    Relaxing into Renewal

    When we intentionally create the spaces in our lives to relax, we enable opportunities for renewal.With degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.comRestful Skies photo by Susan Larison Danz from her walk the morning of March 23, 2026. Now in its 16th year, The Frontier Beyond Fear podcast is hosted by a genuine human being.

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    Celebrating Poetry

    World Poetry Day was yesterday, something we can celebrate every day of the year. How can we express and appreciate our authentic voices?Blog post referenced in this episode: https://bridgebldr.blogspot.com/2026/03/this-is-not-exercise.htmlWith degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.comBlossoming Tree photo by Susan Larison Danz from her walk the morning of March 21, 2026. Now in its 16th year, The Frontier Beyond Fear podcast is hosted by a genuine human being.

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    Equinox Reflections on Balance

    As the Equinox approaches, a time when the hours of night and day are the same, we are invited to mindfully reflect on centering ourselves in a space of balance in our lives and in our world. With degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.comAI-related episodes are here: http://ourleapbeyondai.com/Sunset Skies photo by Susan Larison Danz as observed on February 13, 2026. Now in its 16th year, The Frontier Beyond Fear podcast is hosted by a genuine human being.

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    Nature's Timing

    Why is it more important for our longer term well-being to consider how changing the clocks twice per year aligns our waking schedules with the sun, despite some shorter term impacts during the transition?  We also need to consider how the degree of long term impact is regional in nature. For example, in the northern tier of the United States, there are more dramatic and adverse impacts to staying permanently on Daylight Saving Time (and other impacts to staying on Standard Time).We live in a spiritually immature world that rather sadly is ruled by clocks and other unnatural patterns. We can also reflect on what it would be like to live in an entirely different way - naturally, not artificially.Blog post referenced in this episode: https://bridgebldr.blogspot.com/2023/03/natural-daylight-time.htmlWith degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.comAI-related episodes are here: http://ourleapbeyondai.com/Evergreens and Light photo by Susan Larison Danz from her Noontime walk February 27, 2026. Now in its 16th year, The Frontier Beyond Fear podcast is hosted by a genuine human being.

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    Letting Our Lives Unfold

    How can we discover the ways to let our lives unfold with trust and faith, especially when life goes in a direction we did not expect? Note: Be sure to listen to Susan's perspective on what a relatively youthful Henry David Thoreau has to say dismissing the wisdom of those who are older. Susan highlights the value of wisdom learned through life experiences, even while acknowledging that Thoreau often has many insightful things to share. Susan also relates this exploration to the rapid development of Artificial Intelligence (AI), something she will continue to discuss in a future episode specifically focused on AI.With degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.comAI-related episodes are here: http://ourleapbeyondai.com/Early Spring Wildflower photo by Susan Larison Danz from her walk the morning of March 1, 2026. Now in its 16th year, The Frontier Beyond Fear podcast is hosted by a genuine human being.

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    Almost Spring

    Whether we are noticing it or not, symbolically or otherwise, what does the feeling of "almost Spring" have to say to us?With degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.comAI-related episodes are here: http://ourleapbeyondai.com/X: https://x.com/bridgebldrFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/frontierbeyondfear/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susanlarisondanz/Nuances of Light photo by Susan Larison Danz from her walk the morning of February 11, 2026. Now in its 16th year, The Frontier Beyond Fear podcast is hosted by a genuine human being.

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    A Soul Exercise

    How can our time as genuine human beings here on Earth be described as a soul exercise? We are reminded to treasure the precious authenticity of who we are. Can we find our way to a simpler way of living, where true maturity is valued instead of artificial "advancement"? With degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.comAI-related episodes are here: http://ourleapbeyondai.com/A Cloud in the Sky photo by Susan Larison Danz from her walk the afternoon of February 7, 2026. Now in its 16th year, The Frontier Beyond Fear podcast is hosted by a genuine human being.

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    Beauty Is Everywhere

    When we realize we can discover Beauty in every moment of our lives, it changes everything.With degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.comClear Blue Skies photo by Susan Larison Danz from her walk the afternoon of January 26, 2026. Now in its 16th year, The Frontier Beyond Fear podcast is hosted by a genuine human being.

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    AI and Inspiration

    Why are so many of us treasuring more and more our authentic, innate inspiration as genuine human beings? How are we to navigate on the path ahead and understand our personal choices related to the growing use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in creative domains and throughout our society? Why is protecting the independence of our personal conscious space, of the mind and of the heart, of utmost importance?  This episode also contains a brief update on interstellar object 3I/ATLAS, including correcting a note from the previous episode regarding its current position. 3I/ATLAS will reach its closest proximity to Jupiter in March, not in January, though something unusual did occur related to its positioning on January 22, 2026.With degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.comAI-related episodes are here: http://ourleapbeyondai.com/Winter Clouds photo by Susan Larison Danz from her walk the afternoon of January 13, 2026. Now in its 16th year, The Frontier Beyond Fear podcast is hosted by a genuine human being.

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    Experiencing the Past

    Host Susan Larison Danz explores some gentle glimpses of experiencing everyday life in the late 1960's, the 1970's, and early 1980's, starting with a few of her earliest childhood recollections. With degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.(Adjusting a brief note at the end of this episode: Interstellar object 3I/ATLAS will reach its closest proximity to Jupiter in March, not in January, though there is indeed something unusual related to its positioning on January 22, 2026. Listen to the next episode for more details.)Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.comPhoto from Susan Larison Danz's living room around 1975-76. Now in its 16th year, The Frontier Beyond Fear podcast is hosted by a genuine human being.

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    Encouragement from the Heart

    Encouragement from the heart is what we need to assist us as we choose how to navigate on the path ahead, in our personal lives and in our world. With degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.comAI-related episodes are here: http://ourleapbeyondai.com/Light is Ever Present photo by Susan Larison Danz from her walk the afternoon of January 2, 2026. Now in its 16th year, The Frontier Beyond Fear podcast is hosted by a genuine human being.

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    AI, 3IATLAS and Expectations

    What can recent observations regarding the interstellar object 3I/ATLAS, our rapid development of Artificial Intelligence (AI), and the approaching New Year teach us about expectations? We meaningfully explore our expectations in life and in our world, prompted by this unique convergence of topics.With degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.comAI-related episodes are here: http://ourleapbeyondai.com/Also mentioned in this episode is Susan's website: http://ufodisclose.comBird Observing photo by Susan Larison Danz from her walk the morning of December 27, 2025. Now in its 16th year, The Frontier Beyond Fear podcast is hosted by a genuine human being.

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    AI, 3IATLAS and the Solstice

    With its closest expected approach to Earth at 1 AM ET on December 19, 2025, the interstellar object 3I/ATLAS prompts us to reflect upon three pivotal moments and the choices we face: the consideration of the existence of extraterrestrial species (technological and otherwise), our rapid development of Artificial Intelligence (AI), and the deeper spiritual explorations the Solstice inspires.This episode includes 3 mini short stories in the Extinction Level series from Susan Larison Danz's blog (created entirely by a genuine human being). All of Susan's stories in this series are brief enough to include in her blog and read during the show. You can visit the blog posts containing the stories here: Extinction Level #1: https://bridgebldr.blogspot.com/2025/11/awakening-to-reflect-about-extinction.htmlExtinction Level #2: https://bridgebldr.blogspot.com/2025/12/advancement-and-awakening.htmlExtinction Level #3: https://bridgebldr.blogspot.com/2025/12/reclamation.htmlWith degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.comAI-related episodes are here: http://ourleapbeyondai.com/Also mentioned in this episode is Susan's website: http://ufodisclose.comDecember clouds photo by Susan Larison Danz from her walk the afternoon of December 10, 2025. Now in its 16th year, The Frontier Beyond Fear podcast is hosted by a genuine human being.

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    AI, 3IATLAS and Maturity

    As we explore the possibilities related to AI and interstellar objects such as 3I/ATLAS, we are inevitably led to consider the maturity of our own species and others we may encounter. 3I/ATLAS will reach the point on its path nearest to Earth on December 19, 2025.This episode is centered around the theme of the next short story in Susan Larison Danz's new series, entitled "Extinction Level #2" (created entirely by a genuine human being). All of Susan's stories in this series are brief enough to include in her blog and read during the show. You can visit the blog post containing the story here: https://bridgebldr.blogspot.com/2025/12/advancement-and-awakening.htmlWith degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.comAI-related episodes are here: http://ourleapbeyondai.com/Also mentioned in this episode are Susan's websites: http://ufodisclose.com and http://solarflarewatch.comLenticular cloud photo by Susan Larison Danz from her walk the afternoon of December 7, 2025. Now in its 16th year, The Frontier Beyond Fear podcast is hosted by a genuine human being.

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    A Peaceful Interlude

    We are invited to ease our pace and appreciate a peaceful time of reflection.With degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.comAngelic Cloud Figure photo by Susan Larison Danz from her walk the afternoon of November 28, 2025. Now in its 16th year, The Frontier Beyond Fear podcast is hosted by a genuine human being.

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    AI, 3IATLAS and Extinction

    Reflecting mindfully about our extinction as human beings is highly relevant to our explorations regarding interstellar object 3I/ATLAS, as well as the dehumanizing aspects of AI. There is an assumption that even talking about extinction can only be based in fear, but it is actually the opposite. Extinction often doesn't happen all at once. Looking through the spiritual lens of The Frontier Beyond Fear, we observe what it is we need to see.Included in this episode is the public debut of Susan Larison Danz's new short story "Extinction Level #1", which will be a part of an ongoing series. Susan reads her brief yet meaningful short story (created entirely by a genuine human being) as a part of the show.With degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.com(Note: Susan's short stories referenced in this episode and future shows will be appearing as a part of the blog accessible from this site.)AI-related episodes are here: http://ourleapbeyondai.com/Also mentioned in this episode are Susan's websites: http://ufodisclose.com and http://solarflarewatch.comClouds photo by Susan Larison Danz from her walk the morning of November 17, 2025. Now in its 16th year, The Frontier Beyond Fear podcast is hosted by a genuine human being.

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    AI, 3IATLAS and Discernment

    Why is discernment absolutely essential when exploring the evidence related to interstellar object 3I/ATLAS, as well as the intrinsic nature of AI?  Both topics invite us to consider whether technology has anything to do with real "advancement" in a society, compared to spiritual maturity.If enough evidence surfaces proving 3I/ATLAS is technological in nature, we will face a definitive crossroads. We are already facing a crossroads as to what we individually will choose regarding how we will view, use and relate to Artificial Intelligence. We are not all coming to the same conclusions or choosing the same path forwards - that much is clear. On The Frontier Beyond Fear, we are encouraged to value our own innate, organic authenticity, creativity, empowerment and intuitive awareness as genuine beloved human beings with souls, inseparable from the Omnipresent Divine.With degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.comAI-related episodes are here: http://ourleapbeyondai.com/Also mentioned in this episode are Susan's website: http://ufodisclose.com Crossroads photo by Susan Larison Danz from her walk the morning of November 15, 2025. Now in its 16th year, The Frontier Beyond Fear podcast is hosted by a genuine human being.

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    AI, 3IATLAS and Peer Pressure

    How are we observing dysfunctional peer pressure related to open minded questioning regarding the nature of interstellar object 3I/ATLAS and the rush to adopt AI and characterize its capabilities?With degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners. Susan has been researching and teaching about Mother Shipton for 15+ years as part of her longterm project The Prophetess Legacy.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.comAI-related episodes are here: http://ourleapbeyondai.com/Also mentioned in this episode are Susan's websites: http://ufodisclose.com and http://mothershipton.comReflections from the Bridge photo by Susan Larison Danz from her walk the morning of November 5, 2025. Now in its 16th year, The Frontier Beyond Fear podcast is hosted by a genuine human being.

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    Mother Shipton and 3IATLAS Halloween Special

    How might a probable forged prophecy from the 1930's that is often attributed to Mother Shipton relate to speculation about interstellar object 3I/ATLAS? How can we logically evaluate information about both 3I/ATLAS and the legendary 16th century prophetess and "witch" Mother Shipton, free from sensationalism? Enjoy this spontaneous and unusual exploration, recorded on Halloween.Visit Susan's website on Mother Shipton: http://mothershipton.comWith degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners. Susan has been researching and teaching about Mother Shipton for 15+ years as part of her longterm project The Prophetess Legacy.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.comAlso mentioned in this episode is Susan's website: http://ufodisclose.comScattered Leaves photo by Susan Larison Danz from her walk the morning of October 26, 2025. Now in its 16th year, The Frontier Beyond Fear podcast is hosted by a genuine human being.

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    15th Anniversary Episode of The Frontier Beyond Fear

    On the 15th Anniversary of The Frontier Beyond Fear, host Susan Larison Danz begins the show sharing a remarkable synchronicity that occurred yesterday related to her recent podcasts on interstellar object 3I/ATLAS, Artificial Intelligence, and the 1950's movie The Day the Earth Stood Still. Throughout this special episode, Susan deepens her reflections on spiritual maturity related to the development of any intelligent species (human or extraterrestrial), how to view AI accurately, the severe limitations of strict materialism, understanding our relationship with the loving omnipresent Divine, and more . . .With degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.com/AI-related episodes are here: http://ourleapbeyondai.com/Also mentioned in this episode is Susan's website: http://ufodisclose.comLate October Beauty photo by Susan Larison Danz from her walk the morning of October 26, 2025. Now beginning its 16th year, The Frontier Beyond Fear podcast is hosted by a genuine human being.

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    AI and 3IATLAS

    It is entirely logical that observations of interstellar object 3I/ATLAS have led to science-based studies as to whether it could be technological in nature. How would a technologically oriented extraterrestrial species view humanity's rapid development of AI? We revisit the themes of "The Day the Earth Stood Still" and "2001" while exploring the relationship between fear, the materialistic paradigm, Artificial Intelligence, spiritual maturity and the developmental paths a species might follow.With degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.com/AI-related episodes are here: http://ourleapbeyondai.com/Also mentioned in this episode is Susan's website: http://ufodisclose.comClouds photo by Susan Larison Danz from her walk the morning of October 16, 2025. Now in its 15th year, The Frontier Beyond Fear podcast is hosted by a genuine human being.

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    Spiritual Connection

    How can we experience gentle spiritual connection while remaining grounded? Instead of distancing ourselves from our authenticity as human beings, spiritual connection helps us to appreciate the uniquely created, beloved people we are. Each of us is on a journey of growth and discovery. We have no need for anything artificial. Elaborate materialistic dependencies can harm us more than help. Spiritual connection arises organically from the presence of the Omnipresent Divine. When we contemplate extraterrestrial life, it is the spiritually oriented species which can be considered truly capable and mature. Technological development, including AI, has nothing to do with actual advancement. In fact, if interstellar object 3I/ATLAS turns out to be of technological origin, that could be considered a sign of an immature, more likely to be predatory species, rather than one we'd like to meet. How will humanity learn to embrace what really matters?With degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.com/AI-related episodes are here: http://ourleapbeyondai.com/Also mentioned in this episode is Susan's website: http://ufodisclose.comGolden Reflection photo by Susan Larison Danz from her walk the morning of October 9, 2025. Now in its 15th year, The Frontier Beyond Fear podcast is hosted by a genuine human being.

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    Return to Nature

    The Beauty of Nature reminds us of the people and the planet we are truly meant to be. How can our relationship with Nature help us find our way to spiritual maturity?During this episode, we gently reflect upon the inspiration of Jane Goodall, reaching out to all of us.With degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.com/AI-related episodes are here: http://ourleapbeyondai.com/Also mentioned in this episode is Susan's website: http://ufodisclose.comBeautiful Sky photo by Susan Larison Danz from her walk the morning of September 29, 2025. Now in its 15th year, The Frontier Beyond Fear podcast is hosted by a genuine human being.

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    AI and Codependency

    As Artificial Intelligence becomes more prevalent in our world, it is vital to our well-being and personal growth to avoid codependency on AI tools, which can easily develop.With degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.com/AI-related episodes are here: http://ourleapbeyondai.com/Also mentioned in this episode is Susan's website: http://mothershipton.com/Autumn Leaves photo by Susan Larison Danz from her walk the morning of September 28, 2025. Now in its 15th year, The Frontier Beyond Fear podcast is hosted by a genuine human being.

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    Nature Is A Bridge

    Nature is a bridge to the Divine and to one another. Connecting to Nature is vital to the balance we seek in our lives and in the world. With degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.com/Sunflower photo by Susan Larison Danz from her walk on September 7, 2025. Now in its 15th year, The Frontier Beyond Fear podcast is hosted by a genuine human being.

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    What Does Love Have to Say?

    In the midst of this heart-breaking week, we are called to deeply reflect on what 1 Corinthians 13 has to say about our human experience, our soul journeys and Unconditional Love.With degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.com/Visit http://ourleapbeyondai.com to explore Susan's AI-related podcasts. Light Emerging photo by Susan Larison Danz from her walk the morning of September 14, 2025. Now in its 15th year, The Frontier Beyond Fear podcast is hosted by a genuine human being.

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    AI and Fear

    Fear emerges in many ways when considering the usage of AI. Some say that those who are reluctant to incorporate "Artificial Intelligence" in creative endeavors and daily life are afraid of it. But perhaps some of us are mindful about the illusions surrounding AI and value our choices and inspired authenticity as human beings. The race towards rapid AI development can have some benevolent motivations, but the most competitive impulses arise from age-old patterns of fear. Was technology and materially-focused "advancement" ever really worth the risks? AI is just the latest, much more dangerous chapter. A runaway train is in relentless motion. Will our spiritual connection emerge in time to shift our destination?With degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.com/Visit http://ourleapbeyondai.com to explore Susan's AI-related podcasts. Clouds and Clearing photo by Susan Larison Danz from her walk the morning of September 7, 2025. Now in its 15th year, The Frontier Beyond Fear podcast is hosted by a genuine human being. 

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    Interstellar AI: Darkness and Light

    The incoming interstellar object 3I/ATLAS continues to exhibit unusual characteristics. If the original 1950's movie "The Day the Earth Stood Still" were to be created today, what might it have to say about our rapid development of AI? What concrete evidence exists supporting the possibility that 3I/Atlas could be technological in nature? Could it be a ship or von Neumann probe? Could the analytical engines associated with Artificial Intelligence develop interstellar or time travel? How can we compare an immature, even predatory technological species to those that can truly be considered "mature"? How can we more expansively reflect on the potentials of habitable planets, consciousness and extraterrestrial life? What does this have to say about our current state of development, our past and our future? And did Alan Turing really write about spiritually-oriented phenomena? (Yes.)With degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.com/Visit http://ourleapbeyondai.com to explore Susan's AI-related podcasts. Susan also mentions her website http://ufodisclose.com in this episode.Blossoms in Time photo by Susan Larison Danz from her walk the morning of August 31, 2025. Now in its 15th year, The Frontier Beyond Fear podcast is hosted by a genuine human being. 

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    AI and Our Potential as Human Beings

    We are often told that Artificial Intelligence (AI) will enhance humanity's potential. How can we adjust our perspectives to truly value the innate potential of each and every human being? How did we get here and where are we going? With degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.com/Visit http://ourleapbeyondai.com to explore Susan's AI-related podcasts. Susan also mentions her website http://ufodisclose.com in this episode.Bird Over Grasses photo by Susan Larison Danz from her walk the morning of August 24, 2025. Now in its 15th year, The Frontier Beyond Fear podcast is hosted by a genuine human being. 

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    AI and Our Soul Journeys

    How can we reflect upon the ways Artificial Intelligence (AI) is emerging in our world in light of our soul journeys? How can we value spiritual maturity, intuitive creativity and our genuine human experiences as souls over tools which are not what they may seem to be? Are there any ways these tools may be of temporary usefulness to us? How do we diminish and disempower ourselves, and how did we lose our way as a species? As usual, it was fear, and it started a long time ago . . . With degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.com/Susan also mentions her websites http://ourleapbeyondai.com and http://mothershipton.com in this episode.Flowers photo by Susan Larison Danz from her walk the morning of July 14, 2025. Now in its 15th year, The Frontier Beyond Fear podcast is hosted by a genuine human being. 

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    AI and Synchronicity

    Synchronicities can regularly be observed in the world around us, and the same can be said of what we may observe originating from AI tools. We need to realize that an inanimate tool containing AI algorithms can both materialistically and synchronistically project the appearance of a higher level of awareness beyond its actual capabilities. As the use of Artificial Intelligence increases, we all have choices to make as to how we will perceive its usage in the spiritual domain.With degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.com/Susan also mentions her websites http://ourleapbeyondai.com and http://ufodisclose.com in this episode.Grass Patterns photo by Susan Larison Danz from her walk the morning of July 12, 2025. Now in its 15th year, The Frontier Beyond Fear podcast is hosted by a genuine human being. 

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    A Forest of Light

    What if we exist in "A Forest of Light", the "bright forest" opposite of "The Dark Forest Hypothesis"? "The Berserker Hypothesis" suggests that self-replicating artificially intelligent von Neumann probes systematically search for and destroy intelligent extraterrestrial species, explaining the Fermi Paradox (and these probes are presumably searching for us). This relates to "The Dark Forest Hypothesis", which suggests intelligent extraterrestrial life exists but is in hiding in ways we are unable to detect, living in fear-based survival mode in "a dark forest" environment, thus evading the marauding probes. When we allow materialistic fundamentalism to dictate the characteristics of both "AI" and intelligence, we fail to consider how a spiritually mature species would develop in ways far more advanced than materially-focused societies. We presume that technology is evidence of intelligent life, but not in a spiritual "bright forest" environment.With degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.com/Susan also mentions her websites http://ufodisclose.com and http://ourleapbeyondai.com in this episode.Forest photo by Susan Larison Danz from her walk the morning of May 23, 2025. Now in its 15th year, The Frontier Beyond Fear podcast is hosted by a genuine human being. 

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    The Facade of Materialism

    How can those of us in the spiritual community raise our awareness of the ways we participate in the facade of materialism? Our observations and experiences reveal evidence of a much more expansive Reality. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is racing ahead, but the competition is not new. It is driven by centuries of conflict and fear-based survival.What if much of what we have been taught about "advancement" is missing the point? If there was ever a time to emphasize meaningful spiritual development, it is now.With degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.com/ "Flowering Thistle" photo by Susan Larison Danz from her walk the morning of July 12, 2025. Now in its 15th year, The Frontier Beyond Fear podcast is hosted by a genuine human being. 

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    Artificial Dreaming

    Much of what people are being taught by materialists and marketeers to believe about Artificial Intelligence (AI) is an illusion, especially related to its current or potential sentience. It is best to think of any AI "persona" as similar to a character in a game, not actual reality. AI may continue to develop intricate capabilities, but it cannot supersede what is possible for a conscious, intuitive human being. AI may simulate creativity, but human inspiration is the real thing. How did we get here and where are we going? With degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.com/ "Hidden Stream" photo by Susan Larison Danz from her walk the morning of July 15, 2025. Now in its 15th year, The Frontier Beyond Fear podcast is hosted by a genuine human being. 

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    Getting to Know Yourself

    How well do you know yourself? Getting to know yourself more deeply (in contrast to what others may impose upon you) can make a significant difference in every aspect of your life and how you interact with the world. You will never know yourself completely - that's OK, and even wonderful - you are Creation in motion.With degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.com/ "After a Storm" photo by Susan Larison Danz from July 4, 2025. Now in its 15th year, The Frontier Beyond Fear podcast is hosted by a genuine human being. 

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    Free to Change

    Are you giving yourself the opportunity to be free to change? Are you doing the same for others? Can you observe how you have navigated through change in the past, free from judgment?With degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.com/ Blossoms photo by Susan Larison Danz during her walk June 21, 2025. Now in its 15th year, The Frontier Beyond Fear podcast is hosted by a genuine human being. 

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    Connecting to Nature

    We are called to connect to Nature daily, an important reminder on the Solstice and beyond. How can Nature help us?With degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.com/ Sparkling Stream photo by Susan Larison Danz during her walk June 21, 2025. Now in its 15th year, The Frontier Beyond Fear podcast is hosted by a genuine human being. 

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    Personal Choices and AI

    Our personal choices related to the usage of Artificial Intelligence (AI), in a variety of ways, are becoming ever more important, as individuals and societies. With degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.com/ Mountain Stream photo by Susan Larison Danz during her walk May 23, 2025. Now in its 15th year, The Frontier Beyond Fear podcast is hosted by a genuine human being. 

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    AI and National Creativity Day

    Did you know that May 30 is considered National Creativity Day in the U.S.?  Of course that is the perfect day to remind everyone that AI (Artificial Intelligence) can only simulate creativity. No matter what AI artificially produces, it cannot surpass the genuine inspiration of a sentient, divinely connected human being. With degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.com/ Wings Amid Clouds photo by Susan Larison Danz during her walk May 29, 2025. Now in its 15th year, The Frontier Beyond Fear podcast is hosted by a genuine human being. 

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    Indecision

    How can we mindfully accept and approach our times of indecision?With degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.com/ Lilacs photo by Susan Larison Danz during her walk May 13, 2025.

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    AI and Our Human Agency

    As we observe the many ways AI (or what is referred to as "AI") is rapidly propagating in our world, we are called to reflect on our human agency - our choices, value and empowerment as human beings -  and the spiritual nature of our existence.With degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.com/ Tree photo by Susan Larison Danz during her walk May 13, 2025.

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    Moving Forward by Easing Our Pace

    How can easing our pace assist us in genuinely making our way meaningfully forward, in our lives and in our world? Susan's May 5, 2025 blog post discussed in this episode: https://bridgebldr.blogspot.com/2025/05/slowing-down.htmlWith degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.com/ Bird photo by Susan Larison Danz during her walk May 1, 2025.

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    Tests and Peace

    We are all going to be tested as a part of our very human journeys. How do we discover gratitude and peace?With degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.com/ Stream photo by Susan Larison Danz during her walk April 29, 2025.

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    Earth Day Memories and Reflections

    Host Susan Larison Danz describes her personal childhood memories of the very first Earth Day on April 22, 1970 and then reflects about humanity's relationship with the Earth, contrasted with the narrow focus on materialistic endeavors, including AI.With degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics (and early experience in AI language model development), writer, researcher, mystic and philosopher Susan Larison Danz, M.S., combines logic with spirituality in all of her endeavors, sharing a free-flowing authentic, intuitive and liberating perspective with listeners.Visit The Frontier Beyond Fear website here: http://frontierbeyondfear.com/ Blossoms photo by Susan Larison Danz during her walk April 21, 2025. Intro music excerpted from and closing music full piece from Kevin MacLeod's Living Voyage, freely available under Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported license https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en.

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