Welcome back, cosmic hearts! In this episode, Barrett Perlman (your host + heart-led psychedelic coach) is joined by Tyler Lyle — mystical lyricist, lead singer of The Midnight, and lifelong seeker — for a deep and playful exploration of music, philosophy, psychedelics, mortality, and the inner drive that fuels all creative purpose.

From reading Freud under bleachers to being digested by God in a mushroom trip, Tyler unpacks his layered evolution from Southern Baptist worship leader to synthwave poet-philosopher. This conversation is a ride through sound, soul, and spirit — and a masterclass in what it means to live on purpose.

🎧 In This Episode, Tyler & Barrett Dive Into:

• How Tyler’s early religious roots shaped his existential hunger

• Why he left the church and studied philosophy (and what Sartre + Hegel taught him about creativity)

• The spontaneous origins of The Midnight — and how breaking all the rules led to their success

• His psychedelic experiences, including a vivid mushroom journey involving “God’s lower intestine”

• The myth of Er, soul contracts, and why we forget in order to remember

• His recent pull toward India and collaborating with musicians from Pondicherry

• The tension between nostalgic art and creative evolution — and how The Midnight is rising to that challenge

Key Takeaways from Tyler’s Soul:

“Philosophy is not about perfection — it’s about waking up to the crisis that is your life, and choosing to create from that sacred urgency.”

“We are each the universe incarnate… slowly remembering what we already knew.”

“The winds always come when you’re aligned — not when you’re hustling to catch up.”

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Tyler Lyle, one of the creative forces behind the synthwave duo The Midnight. Initially gaining fame through songwriting, he relocated to Los Angeles where he collaborated with producer Tim McEwan, forming The Midnight in 2012. Beyond his work with The Midnight, Lyle maintains a solo career, tours extensively, and hosts the podcast "From The Secret Lair."

Connect with Tyler:

Website: tylerlyle.com

Instagram: @tylerlyle

Band Website: themidnightofficial.com

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tyler-lyle-from-the-secret-lair/id1187633029

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Barrett’s Website: http://www.barrettperlman.com

Ready to re-orient to love and awaken your spiritual gifts alongside the powerful tool of psychedelics to realize your true potential? Apply for Psychedelic Empowerment Coaching with Barrett Perlman here: https://www.barrettperlman.com/apply-to-work-with-me

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DISCLAIMER: Nothing contained in this podcast should be used as medical advice or encouragement to consume any substance. The information provided is for informational purposes only.

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Need immediate emotional support during your psychedelic experience? Call or text the Fireside Project Psychedelic Peer Support Line at 62-FIRESIDE.

Open everyday 11:00 am - 11:00 pm PST.

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Barrett is joined by Kyle Quincey, retired NHL player turned psychedelic advocate, who shares his path from a high-performance life to sacred healing. Kyle opens up about the shadow side of professional sports and the incredible role psilocybin, community, and intentional living played in restoring his health, purpose, and spirit.

✨ Key Moments:

• The raw truth behind Kyle’s “retirement” from the NHL and the silent crisis of athlete identity loss
• 20+ concussions and the terrifying trajectory toward CTE and dementia
• The trauma of his infant son’s brain tumor and surviving the chaos of COVID isolation
• Stepping into ceremony for the first time and finding clarity through high-dose mushrooms
• Transitioning from professional athlete to sacred space-holder
• The vision and impact of Do Good Ranch for those in deep need of healing

Kyle Quincey is a former professional Hockey player having played for the likes the Kings, as well as the Detroit Red Wings where he won a Stanley cup. Kyle is currently the Vice President of the Colorado Avalanche Alumni Association helping NHL alumni transition to civilian life after hockey. As part of that mission, Kyle has founded the Do Good Ranch which is a retreat center in Colorado.

Do Good Ranch: https://www.dogoodranch.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/do.good.ranch

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Barrett’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barrettperlman/

The Modern Hippie Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themodernhippiepod/

Barrett’s Website: http://www.barrettperlman.com

Ready to re-orient to love and awaken your spiritual gifts alongside the powerful tool of psychedelics to realize your true potential? Apply for Psychedelic Empowerment Coaching with Barrett Perlman here: https://www.barrettperlman.com/apply-to-work-with-me

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DISCLAIMER: Nothing contained in this podcast should be used as medical advice or encouragement to consume any substance. The information provided is for informational purposes only.

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Need immediate emotional support during your psychedelic experience? Call or text the Fireside Project Psychedelic Peer Support Line at 62-FIRESIDE.

Open everyday 11:00 am - 11:00 pm PST.

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The Modern Hippie Podcast theme music was created by the epic and awesome Powerful Beats. Need custom music for your brand? Connect now: https://www.powerfulbeats.com/

Embracing Authenticity: Jason Felts on His Journey from Virgin CEO to Hollywood Author

In this insightful episode of the Modern Hippie Podcast, host Barrett Perlman reconnects with Jason Felts—a seasoned entrepreneur, Hollywood Producer, Fortune 500 advisor, and author of 'Hollywood Virgin'—to discuss his multi-faceted career and profound personal transformations. Together, they delve into:

• Jason's time as the youngest CEO at a Virgin company
• The impactful mentorship from Richard Branson
• Life-changing advice he received while on vacation with President Obama
• Redefining his relationship with alcohol
• The significance of being truly authentic

Listen in for invaluable life lessons and inspiring experiences that will touch anyone striving to live a more genuine life.

Buy the Book: https://a.co/d/7wSxXoa

Learn more about the book: https://www.hollywoodvirgin.com/

Jason’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamjasonfelts/

Hollywood Virgin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hollywoodvirgin/

Barrett’s Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/barrettperlman

Barrett’s website: http://www.barrettperlman.com

http://www.themodernhippiepod.com

Ready to re-orient to love and reclaim your power alongside the powerful tool of psychedelics to realize your true potential? Apply for Psychedelic Empowerment Coaching with Barrett Perlman here: https://www.barrettperlman.com/apply-to-work-with-me

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DISCLAIMER: Nothing contained in this podcast should be used as medical advice or encouragement to consume any substance. The information provided is for informational purposes only.

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The Modern Hippie Podcast theme music was created by the epic and awesome Powerful Beats. Need custom music for your brand? Connect now: https://www.powerfulbeats.com/

00:00 Introduction to the Modern Hippie Podcast

00:33 Full Circle Moment: Reconnecting with Jason Feltz

01:31 The Journey with Virgin: Intern to CEO

02:29 Hollywood Virgin: Behind the Scenes

06:00 Mentorship and Lessons from Richard Branson

13:21 Self-Discovery During the Pandemic

17:27 Reevaluating the Relationship with Alcohol

24:19 Life-Changing Advice from the Obamas

25:04 The Mirror Test: Self-Reflection and Authenticity

27:41 Writing with Authenticity: The Journey of Self-Discovery

34:00 The Vulnerability Challenge: Embracing True Connections

37:18 Material Detachment: Lessons from Loss

39:49 The Bathrobe Book Tour: Embracing Authenticity

44:00 Promoting the Book: Unique and Creative Approaches

46:10 Final Thoughts: Embracing Solitude and Authenticity