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The Aesclepion

The Aesclepion

By: Luke Strom and Kevin McKeag
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In ancient Greece, when people needed physical or spiritual healing, they went to a temple called an "Aesclepion" (ess-KLEP-eon). Our podcast serves a similar purpose. We want to offer a safe harbor for free thinking, personal growth, and deep questioning of the human experience.

Kevin McKeag is a transformative life coach and musician. Luke Strom is a comedy writer, linguist and resident philosopher guy. Join us as we brave these mighty waters and leave you reflecting, laughing, and hopefully feeling a little better about the way the world is headed.

Links to our personal websites:

https://kevinmckeag.com/

https://www.lukemstrom.com/

If you like our work, why not buy us a coffee? Or a tea? Or a sheet of postage stamps? Really whatever we need on any given day? https://buymeacoffee.com/aesclepionpodcast

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Episodes
  • From The Front Lines: Coaching The Warrior-Poet Michael Swingen

    From The Front Lines: Coaching The Warrior-Poet Michael Swingen
    Jan 9 2026

    This is a recorded coaching call between myself, Kevin McKeag and my friend and client Michael Swingen. We talk about the journey of self-discovery, themes of personal growth, relationships, the balance between introspection and self-obsession, the importance of benevolent leadership, creating community, and confronting feelings of isolation. We also reflect on the integration of light and darkness in personal development, emphasizing the need for emotional health and connection with others.

    If you're interested in coaching with me, please visit KevinMcKeag.com to book your complimentary hour-long exploratory session. Live Your Highest Vision.

    ***Bonus*** It's just Michael and I speaking so you don't have to suffer through any of Luke's rants.

    00:00Setting the Stage for Coaching

    06:00Exploring Romantic Relationships

    09:00Introspection vs. Self-Obsession

    10:53The Desire for Benevolence

    14:54Navigating Leadership and Service

    18:04Creating Community and Connection

    18:53The Challenge of Isolation

    22:03Balancing Purpose and Melancholy

    25:05Confronting Inner Conflicts

    30:48Integrating Light and Darkness

    33:07The Power of Unburdening

    34:31Outro
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    35 mins
  • No-Nonsense Spirituality with Christopher Curren

    No-Nonsense Spirituality with Christopher Curren
    Jan 2 2026

    Chris Curren has been practicing and teaching transcendental meditation for over 45 years. He has studied under Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, the Beatles’ meditation guru, and has coached such high-profile students as Norman Mailer. He sums up his views as “no-nonsense spirituality,” which embraces the transformative principles of eastern philosophy, while eschewing any form of sugarcoating or feel-good platitudes. In this episode we discuss spiritual mentorship, the philosophy of personal growth, cults, and whether meditation can save the world.

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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • A Tale of Two Friends

    A Tale of Two Friends
    Dec 4 2025

    In this episode Luke and Kevin tackle the topic of friendship. Especially, how do we make friends as adults, and how can we move out of the "acquaintance zone"? Plus, hear the adorable story of how Kevin and Luke met.

    Also, check out our new Substack!! https://substack.com/@theaesclepion
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    56 mins
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