"Still Leaf" ©2006 Jo Davidson

Jo, The interview with Za was wonderful; I love to hear people who have overcome all the insubstantial anxiety that dominates my own thoughts. I am SO looking forward to hearing your podcast with Robert Kennedy. I read an interview he did (I think it was actually in O, the Oprah Magazine - coincidence? ((smile)) and he is so passionate, so brilliant, focused and dedicated, that he inspired me to take actions and to speak out on the issues about which I feel most passionate (environment, and care of the animals who share our world). Thanks for the great work, - Christina Jo, Of course, these days, it seems anyone with fingers can post any blog that pops into their heads. It makes it very difficult, I think, to know whose words are actually worth letting into our own minds. Yours are. You write with such ...light. Light because they iluminate and give warmth.In addition to all the other breath-taking gifts you have been given, the gift of eloquence stands at your forefront.I love reading those words.Thank you... - Clint HI, Jo, I am struck by your comments in the latest newsletter email, and I love the image of the back door to enlightenment! Even better though, is letting go of the enlightenment concept altogether. I've been enjoying Eckhart Tolle's "A New Earth", and both in that book and in the Oneness Movement that I am a part of, the direction has been to use the term awakening...somehow it seems less of a destination, and more of a process. I also just returned from Maine, where i spent 18 days with my mother, who woke up one night and couldn't breathe. She has been diagnosed with congestive heart failure. As she faces the limitations of her body, and the certainty of the body form dying, it brings these things into my own face. One of the intentions i have in interacting with her as she goes through this process, is to remind her of the primacy of Being, and that even though she can't do the things she used to do, she is still of value. Of course that is true for all of us! Blessings and love, - Forrest Hi Jo- You're making a difference! You are so strong, and it is inspiring and energizing and encouraging, surely, to everyone who tunes into your site and talk radio program. When I saw your newsletter about 'impermanence' it just made me want to write - the day before, a good friend from high school passed away. It affected me so much. - Val Hi Jo, Messages about toxins that we're all being subjected to and warnings and advice about this topic are huge! You're one of the few voices out there talking about "the cause", instead of "the cure". Since my mom started with this whole cancer thing, I've had my eyes opened wide to the "industry" we've allowed to be created and fester and grow. "The cure" makes billions, if not trillions, of dollars for a few at the expense of the masses. "The cause" is rarely discussed, because it could cost those few millions or billions of dollars. Focusing on "the cause" would be the greater good for the masses though. So, keep talking about "the cause" and keep shedding light on what we're allowing to be done to us as a society. This doesn't even touch the many other topics that you help enlighten people of. I know there are things that your show talks about that I don't necessarily agree with. There's a lot that I do. But that's the great thing about it...we have the ability and the right to disagree and talk about those disagreements! One of the problems with our society is that we don't want to think or debate...just be politically correct and never step on toes. Like I said, there are things that I disagree with about some of the guests/topics you have, but I still listen and love you. You're thought provoking, not mind-numbing. Thanks for being you! - Brian Jo-For the last few weeks I've been letting the bad economic situation in this country get me down. I've been so busy worrying about paying bills and trying to keep gas in the car so I can go to work that I have forgotten to appreciate all the things I still have. Your email reminded me of that and helped me get my perspective back. I'm going to tune into the podcast now. Thanks for all that you do to make a difference in this world. You just made a difference in my life! Much love, - Izmet Hi Jo, Thank you for sharing your thoughts and feelings in your recent newsletter "Taking a Bite of the Pie." One of my favourite thoughts is "If all the world were to count their blessings, rather than their wants- What sort of a world would we have then?" ....... You are counting your blessings Jo, and THAT, is VERY important. Warm Regards, - Will Dear Jo, I am so touched and moved by the myriad of ways you reach out to support people...I relate strongly to your approach and perspective...that anything is possible...and I see that throughout your own work, and what you choose to share that comes to you from others. I know that in my life these trails and obstacles have given me aclarity and sense of hope that I could never have imagined. I see this in you by how you inspire and touch the core of so many realities... and this is a strong and wonderful meeting point for us human beings. With much peace and strength, - Cybele I have passed on your show to quite a few people and am really touched by the topics and people you choose to present. Love and peace to you, - Nikki I know we all have a tendency to want to avoid bad things happening to us, like getting ill, having a lover leave us, the death of someone close. But if I could trade my life as it has been thus far with these type of experences, for one free of them. No way, over my dead body will that trade be made! Those bad experiences, while not particularly fun, have been some of the most enriching experiences and have opened me up to an awareness that was not there before them. I think we often have this idea that we somehow have life, but really I think life has us. Thanks Jo...... I have enjoyed your thought provoking blogs! - Doug I saw Bruce Liptons' Conscious Parenting video a few months back. Blew me away. The title is rather stodgy (though accurate); the content is much more interesting than it would suggest. It goes into the whole biological processes of DNA and how that is influenced by external, or environmental, factors. Definitely worth a viewing! cheers, - W The author Bruce Lipton seems quite shallow - heard and repeated a lot of good stuff, without too much of a clue to the spiritual depths underneath. But, hey - he wrote it all in a book, so he must be right, right? :-) I loved your blog on Real Estate ads. Thanks for making me smile a few times today. - Fran I really enjoyed your Bruce Lipton interview! I was fascinated by his book, "The Biology Of Belief," and highly recommend it! I think that rather than constantly trying to "fix" our subconsciously-already programmed-belief system, his idea that cells, themselves, aren't diseased....they're fine...but, the environment (Consciousness) in which they operate being the deciding factor as to what affects them (instead of DNA/genes/heredity) is a pretty big shift. We're constantly told that if it runs in your family, it's in your cells/genes, so you'll, without a doubt, probably come down with their diseases, too. It is very hopeful to see that isn't the case. I do think that constantly trying to fix our subconscious thoughts or switching from a "badgenes" problem to a "bad hereditary thoughts" problem can sometimes make our life more nuts! We say, "OK! I don't have to worry aboutbad genes...but, now I have to worry aboutbad hereditary thought patterns!" And, we all know that no sooner do you fix or correct one program in some area, then another pops up and another and another! It's endless! You're rearranging the deck chairs on the Titanic! That's the human mind! You'll NEVER clean up all that programming. We seem to need a whole new model (not a "fixing" or improving or making better of the old model) to work from...our old model of thought just seems to be so outdated...a dinosaur....not serving the whole anymore. We've allowed the medical profession to divide us up into so many parts until the whole ain't whole anymore ! And...that's what I like about Lipton's book...it begins to lift those worn-out restrictions ("victim" or otherwise) previously placed on us through our identifying ourselves with our "past us/ or parts"... i.e. genes/DNA, etc...just long enough for us to see ourselves anew. And, we begin to ask..."Well, if I'm not my parents and I'm not my past problems or my past successes, even....Well, who or what the hell am I, now? Does Consciousness determine my existence and how I experience this existence? And, if so...what Consciousness? If there is only ONE...and we are (is?) this ONE...what does it (WE) look like? Or what do "we" look like as IT? Are we writing our own new program? Or are we that which is being written anew? Somebody's sure looking for answers at this time in our "history"...just look at all the people listening to your show! And, so many are buying Lipton's book, he's booked solid on tours and lectures! Well...I don't know...dear me...I'd better just pour this here blond Consciousness a little Jack on the rocks, and give it some restful "environment"...at least 'til your next show... Love & Cheese Grits, - Bobbi Jo Lathan Jo, We really enjoyed being on your show. You are a delightful host! - Allen & Linda Anderson, Angel Animals Network Hey Jo! Great podcast on Angel Animals! The story about the german shepherd and the elephant made me cry. Not that they surprise me in the least, but the german shepherd story was just a really great story on compassion and the elephant one is just so incredibly heartbreaking. I believe we are all interconnected, and things often happen beyond our basic comprehension and we have to learn to just accept that and stop trying to reason everything to death. The story about the bees is really important. It's just natural to me to do that, be respectful of all beings and ask their permission and thank them.... Sincerely, -Jill Communication with animals has always been a fascination of mine. Thank you so much. Sending you much Love and Light! - Mikaila Dear Jo, I have a 14 year old Pug named Toast who is blind and deaf. Frequently, I'll come home and she is waiting for me–and I'm not on a set schedule, so she just knows. She spends most of her day in a “comfy” chair and sometimes I sit with her. Many times I think “I want to take a nap” and she knows. When I get up, she leaps into my arms to join me in bed. I also experience a connection with hawks. Frequently, I will be thinking about something significant and will look up and see a hawk. When I got married, I asked the photographer to keep an eye on the sky for hawks. Sure enough, once the ceremony was over, three hawks were spotted circling around us! My husband and I were camping in a pretty deserted campground in Vermont. Around dusk, I spotted a beautiful owl. I stood admiring it and it flew closer to us. I “hooted” at it, but my thoughts were all about how magnificant an animal it was. Next thing, it flew right over to us–spread out about 7 or 8 feet! it came so close that my husband dove into the car and I got shaken too, and went into the tent. It flew directly over the tent–just a couple feet above it! To this day, I wonder how close it would have gotten had we not chickened out… - Norma Hello Jo, Thank you for your podcast on Angel Animals. I would like to tell you about a story that is very important in my life. It is about my Precious Ragdoll cat named Sammy who at 18 yrs old passed away from Breast cancer after she saved my mother from the very thing she died from. The way it happened was, Sammy was a rescue kitty, I had gotten her from a family who just simply no longer wanted her. I walked into the room where she was and fell in love with her with her long silver and white fir that was soft as rabbit fur and her crystal blue eyes. They had said she was very shy and timid around people but she came to me and climbed into my lap the moment I sat down. I knew then she was coming home with me. They said if I did not take her that day she was going to be put down the following Monday. There was no way that was going to happen. Sammy was my little angel for the next 17 yrs or so . During that time my wonderful mom was with breast cancer and had to have a radical mastecomy , we were all so terrified that Mom was going to be taken from us but my mom is so strong and has such a will to live and she is so very beautiful. I have never seen anyone be so sick and be so radiant at the same time. She is an angel herself.. I had heard that animals around very sick people will help to cheer them and may help to make them heal quicker, so I took my sweet Sammy over every day to visit my Mom . It did seem to brighten her day and the two of them really got along very well as mom loved Sammy. My mom had about 13mo ( I believe) of Chemo and had a hard time of it . It seemed to drag on and on. My Mom is one of the strongest women I know. I Thank God for Sammy. As soon as my mother came out of the surgery and began to get back to her old self.. Sammy began to bleed under her underside, I thought she had been bitten by something and was having an allergic reaction as she had before with little bites here and there so I just I treated it, Nothing worked. It just grew and grew and within a month, she had to be put to sleep. I felt like the world had ended. However I know and I will always know deep in my heart, as I held my precious little angel the day she died that she and God worked together to heal my Mom.. She had loved my mom and she loved me. She had taken just enough of the cancer cells from my mom into her own little body,which she could not heal from but it did allow my mom to make a complete recovery. My Mom has been cancer free for 15yrs now. I really miss Sammy, she went 5 yrs ago and she rests under my beautiful rose garden. There isn't a day that goes by that I don't think of her and what she did for us. There are still times I can feel her climb in my lap or up on the bed at night and there are even times if I am real quiet,I can even hear her purring. I know she is still around because I loved her so very much. - Sharon LittleDove I just listenend to your last interview with Rachel Naomi Remen. What a MOVING interview! - Tamar Hey Jo, I really enjoy your newsletters. Thank you for your honesty and courage. You are a bright light! - Ashley Jo, Thank you for writing, for your newsletters, and for sharing your vulnerabilities and for being a light in our lives. I, for one, really appreciate you. - Rossanna Hey Jo I had to smile when you noted at the bottom of your note that your CD featured 'traditional' christmas carols on your Steinway. NOTHING you do is traditional!!!!!!!!!) That's why i love you and your G-d given talent so much! - Val Jo, I was racking my brain trying to think of a Christmas gift for my dad. Then I got your newsletter and saw the zen alarm clock. My aunt has one and I love it. You totally reminded me of it, and now my dad will be waking up to soft chimes instead of Led Zeppelin on the radio at full blast. I'm sure he AND my mother will be very happy about that. :) Happy Holidays! - Jaimie Hey Jo, I just ordered the dolphin dreams CD from Jonathan Goldman at Healing Sounds. Thanks for the tip! - Roberta Jo, I’ve learned a lot about health and nature over the past year. You’re part of this. I started listening to your podcasts over a year ago. You provide an avenue for me to glimpse into another realm of life. You’re part of my learning process! It is interesting how “familiar” you are to me. I hear your voice on your podcasts. I get to share some of your personal side. When I read your recent newsletter email,there was an immediate compassion, like I would expect to have for a long time friend, yet we’ve never met. I was sharing this concept with our assistant pastor. I was telling him the other day that I thought it has to be odd to have so many people familiar with him…close to him, yet he barely knows us in many cases. This reminds me of you. There are many people listening to your shows. We all feel a connection with you, yet you probably only know a small percentage of us. There are many people out here that care and are thinking of you! - Brian Dear Jo, Finally I could listen to one of your radio interviews. It was very uplifting.I am so pleased that you are doing God's work! Love, - Suzanna Jo, Congratulations on your resounding success as an online host. You continue to have an interesting, informative, inspirational show! - Tim Jo, Although I have never met or talked with you I feel a connection to you like I am in your life for a reason as you are in mine. I feel a warmth and sincerity from your newsletter emails that I believe to be authentic. Your latest newsletter reminded me that we are never disconnected from God. We are always a part of the collective whole and cannot be separated. It also triggered a thought that we are never broken, we don't need fixing. Something I keep reminding myself of...... (sigh). Please know that I share the desire to be my fullest expression of God and want to be an encouraging force in YOUR ministry as well. God's blessings to you! Most sincerely, - Chris Jo- You always appear when I need to hear good stuff! That is so wonderful! - Amy Dear Jo, Oh, my God! Bruce Lipton! Who-hoo!!! I'm sooo excited! I look very much forward to the show! As with ALL your shows...it'll be just what the doctor ordered! Thank you, Mz Jo! Love & Cheese Grits, - Bobbi Hi Jo, I loved the Rachel Remen podcast. Very inspiring! - Astrid Hi Jo, I am listening to your second episode with John Perkins. I have an MBA in International Marketing. You are so prolific. Your on air voice is very calming and clear. Your values are tremendous! Thank you I will look up john Perkins.org -Ken Jo, I love your show. Not all interviewer’s “intentions” are for healing like yours are. And what an incredible line up of interviews you’ve been getting and doing. I’m so deeply impressed at what you accomplish, especially with the illness issues you face. You’re a miracle! - Alissa Hi Jo, I wanted to let you know that listening to the Rick Jarow "The Alchemy of Abundance" interview 2 weeks ago opened up my eyes. Thanks for sharing it. It has somewhat changed my life! It made me realize that I wasn't exactly happy where I was working at and how I needed to listen to my inner self and follow my heart. I decided to no longer freelance at the company I was with and focus on starting my own business with my sister. I know that doing that is the right path forme. I'm happy with my decision and am excited to see what the future holds for me. Thank you! - Joy Hi Jo, Hope all is well. I took the afternoon off yesterday and listened to some of your Zentertainment Talk Radio Shows. I loved the one with Norah Ephron - so funny! The Alchemy of abundance was very interesting, as were the two radio shows with John Perkins. I have already read The Economic Hitman and will definitely read The Secret History of the American Empire as well. I also liked The tension of opposites with Catherine Ann Jones. I really recognize myself in much of what she said, like that the most difficult part for a writer is actually to sit down and write. So true! Sometimes I need more self-discipline. The show with Victoria Moran who wrote Fat, Broke and Lonely was very good as well. I think you have a good mix of guests in your radio shows! I look forward to hear more interesting radio shows! Best wishes, - Erica Hi Jo, I just had an opportunity to listen to your excellent Catherine Ann Jones interview. I also had an opportunity to read more about you and was blown away by your multidimensional talents especially your playing and composing. I'm going to check out your music at itunes! - Jeff Jo - Absolutely fabulous podcast! I LOVED this interview! (Rick Jarow). The story about Steve Jobs and the calligraphy classes was so powerful! Thank you so much for the wonderful interview. - Allison Hi Jo, I really have enjoyed your show. Thanks for all of the effort you are putting into it. You find excellent and inspiring guests, and your own commentary is very helpful and healing. Also, I received my Jakare face mask. I can't wait to try it! - Christina Hey Jo, Your emails always come at just the right time. Loved your new show. I was feeling tired tonight, unmotivated, and it really changed the energy over here. Put me in such a better mood. I took your advice and ordered the book by Rick Jarow "The Alchemy of Abundance.." The last few years of my life have been such a big transition, and I am still pushing forward - I feel I am getting close to my inner purpose, but this is such a great way to visualize it, make it clear. Hope you're feeling well, and happy thoughts your way :) - Melanie I'm a documentary junkie and "Sweet Misery: A Poisoned World" was one of the very few documentaries that sent shocking shivers through my body because I was in such disbelief on how people could do such harm to others all in the name of profit. Another prime example of the concept: "America: Where money is more important than human lives". I definitely urge all of you to listen to Jo's interview with Cori Brackett and don't hestitate to rent her DVD from NetFlix or Blockbuster online if you're unable to buy a copy of your own. And please try to share the information with everyone that you possibly can. You just might be saving someone's life. - Eric Jo- I just have to say that I went through your Web site and you are truly a brilliant spirit. Extremely talented and beautiful to boot. You seem to do it all. Your photographs are brilliant as well! Ciao, - Julie Hi Jo, There are so many times that opposites attract and like attracts too. It is both! You are opening eyes girl. - Jen Hey, Jo; Today I listened to Iyanla Vanzant's show and loved it. I've read one of her books; it helped me get through a really tough time in my life. Then I listened to Dr. Arthur Caliandro's interview. OMG! All I can say is that I heard what you described through the airwaves. There is an inmeasurable peace about him; I could listen to his voice for hours. I love his image of the one God, his unconditional regard for all, his openness and his ability to be vulnerable. What an incredible man. I'm am so glad I got to listen to him. I felt very sorry for his loss. I cannot imagine what that would be like. Again, thanks for what you do. -Rossana Jo, I loved the martha beck show. (that is so cool the oprah show called while you were talking to her!) I agree with her that the pain we go through makes us a great healer to others because we have been there. It gives us character, gratefulness and faith. You are interviewing really amazing people. I of course loved the carolyn myss show. I am going to have to try Jakare skin care. Jo, you are doing such an incredible job with this show. I do love your soothing voice too. Energy...constantly flowing to you and through you from God~ Love, - jennifer What a great Martha Beck interview! Thank you, Jo, for all that you do. I love this part about the outer limits, the core of peace and the ego. Makes so much sense. I just had a conversation last night that sounded very similar to Martha's points about the Secret. There are reasons things happen the way they do and I have faith that every challenge I'm given is for a reason. Great work you're doing. It was nice to hear your voice. I wish you peace and good health on this day. Love, - Nicole JO- I listened to your show the other day and i REALLY enjoyed it! It was the Martha interview....I think what you're doing is very cool and it seems so natural for you to be a host/interviewer! - Julie Jo- You might have no idea how much you have moved and inspired me… Have a beautiful one, - Lingchao Beautiful pictures, Beautiful words, Beautiful woman. Namaste, - Deb Hi Jo,I love the show! I have listened to almost every episode so far! - Michael. Jo- You're the goddess of the airwaves! - Dinah Hey Jo, Oh my I have so much to say about this show with Victoria Moran... It hits so many positive areas of realization for me.... I recently read in a Christian book on women's spiritual warfare about what happens when a women has random sex and and or is raped and how that effects the inner spiritual connection to God. A light went on for me big time! Oh and the eating and spending thing and the skinny thing! Loved the show! It was so good... :) - Amy Jo- How wonderful to have had such success with your CD and other artistic enterprises! Your Web site is very impressive. Creativity seems to be your middle name! - Sunny You had a great interview with Carolyn Myss. I listened to her on Integral Naked last year. I saw her live in Chicago a few years back, and she really was memorable in person. She continues to evolve her work and sharing. Your voice is great and you're a good story teller. I've been podcasting for about a year and can really appreciate what you do. Peace, - Mark You bring a special energy - a vibration - that can also be felt on your site. Thank You! Namaste. - A. Jo- Your song "Fragile Tough Girl" has been a part of my transformation -- I love that song. Your inflections are so nuanced. More than any singer I can think of. Nuanced, rather than over-the-top, I mean. And nuanced, as in powerfully. - Jill I listened to your podcast with Carolyn Myss. A person who can cut through the crap and yet radiate kindness vibes is truly a gem. Maybe different moments call for different approaches. Carolyn was mostly cutting, but she did call you sweetheart:))! I'd not had exposure to her before this, other than to hear the name. She said many things that resonated, and her clarification that soul purpose plays out in service to others and ego purpose plays out in self-service cuts through a lot of crap like a knife. My pastor had a good sermon last week (entitled Meocentrism!) about how so much materialism is geared toward the self-serving aspect. I balked a bit when she said words like "blasphemy", "sacrilege" and "evil" are words inherent to the soul, but I suppose her point was that people are shying away from facing the difficult aspects of themselves and want a "sweetness and light" type of spirituality, which will only get them so far. She is completely right that the new age movement is choking on narcissism. Some of the things you've said about your illnesses are reminding me of Ken Wilber's book, Grace and Grit, the story of his wife's ordeal with terminal cancer. The way people respond by saying, "you've attracted this" is probably their way of distancing themselves from the pain, keeping in tact the illusion that they are in control. A friend of mine has a type of degenerative eye disease, and now has some visual impairment. Her spiritual friends told her this was a result of "spiritual blindness", which only inflicted spiritual trauma on top of her ordeal. Needless to say, she sought out a more supportive spiritual community!! - Regina Hi Jo What an awesome life you have and a beautiful way of expressing yourself. Many, many Blessings to you… - Devon Hey Jo, I checked out the Nora Ephron podcast you did…very cool indeed…everything is copy….truer words were never spoken…. Great show you are doing by the way… Ciao for now, - Leonardo Hi Jo, I love listening to your programs via the web. What a gift your talent is to all of your listeners. I particularly enjoyed the program with Dr. Arthur Caliandro. I visit Marble Collegiate when I am in NYC. Thank you for all of your efforts. May God continue to Bless Wonderful Jo Davidson. - Mary, Houston, TX I love your shows. I listen to them over and over for inspiration! - Amy Hello Jo, I've listened to a few of your interviews and thoroughly enjoyed them! Peace, - Mark Today I am going to buy Carolyn Myss's Entering the Castle, thanks to you! - Alison Jo, I read your commentary blog on "The Secret' at www.zentertainment.zaadz and was chuffed to hear you echoing my own criticisms of that film. thanks for that… I will enjoy the Caroline Myss interview and doubtless many other things on the site. Thanks again, and cheers! - Ann This was brilliant, just brilliant conversation with Carolyn Myss! - Alimo Jo- browsed your blog, and enjoyed reading the one on the Secret. I like your very balanced approach to the spiritual path, and the fact that you allow room for mystery and humility. I look forward to reading more! - Regina I'm listening to your Nora show!! It's really captivating. Great job!! - Tim Hey, Jo, just listened to your Nora Ephron podcast. Loved it. It reminded me of Joe. Any time something happens, I get frazzled and he always says, "It's all about the story, Hon." - Rossana The Nora Ephron show is amazing. When Harry Met Sally rocks.... It is so funny... I loved it when I watched it... :) Phenominal script writing and so classic,... no one writes like that today.... ! - Amy Jo, I just want to say that I absolutely love your show. I am very inspired by your warmth and openess. Thank you. - Gabrilla Jo, I just listened to your interview with Iyanla Vanzant and I wish I could convey the deep smile it has brought to my morning. Her voice is powerful and nurturing and her words are clear and bright. Your voice with hers creates a lovely musical harmony. You have a luminous, inviting and classic quality which creates an elegant atmosphere for the conversation you're engaging. You can trust your voice! - Laurie Thanks for the Larry Dossey interview. He is such a fantastic and spiritual person. It must have beeen such a great pleasure to speak to and interview him = FANTASTIC! - Daniel I just wanted to thank you for the great interviews you do on your radio show. It is amazing how the things that come up in those interviews always seem perfectly timed to what I need to hear. It was so great to listen to Iyanla Vanzant talk about having a vision of your joy to pull you forward and using encouraging and supportive language to frame your tough situations. This was a really relevant and helpful interview. Thank you and keep up the great work! May you be happy and peaceful, - Erin Jo, Thank you for your interview with John Perkins. This is quite a tangled web woven around us. We need to ask ourselves, and each other, "what can we do to break this?" Your program has renewed my inner search for a better way of life. I started on that path long ago, when I picked up Laurence Boldt's "Zen and the Art of Making a Living," but seemed to have tripped somewhere along the way! Thank you for your work and for sharing your music! - Paul Thanks for putting out such a great show - I really appreciate all the work you put into it. And you really have so many great guests - Imdon't always think that they'll have anything to say that relates to me, but they never fail to be interesting and there's always something that applies to my life. Thanks again - I listen to a lot of podcasts, and yours is my favorite. - Jen, WA. Jo, Your podcasts are really great. Tremendous actually! - Melody Hey Jo, this morning I listened to the John Perkins interview. Bless you for creating this type of content! This is a big deal. Thanks for creating your marvelous zentertainment world. - Simon Hi Jo, thanks for your interview with Iyanla Vanzant and for introducing me to the word "Shero." There are so many sheroes! - Chris Jo, thank you for sharing your gift of music with the world! - Jim Hey Jo! The John Perkins interviews was excellent! You asked all the right questions, and he was a generous guest. It's scary and sad how our world operates....yet invigorating to know what power we wield with our voices and our wallets. - Jeff Hey, Jo -- The John Perkins story is great -- i've already shared it with two colleagues. let me know when you have that list of companies that fund such atrocious treatment of third-world nations and i will be glad to spread the word! be well, - carla Hi Jo, I just listened to your interview with the "economic hitman" Great resources. I try to keep my eye out for bad enviromental corporations! - Stacey Jo I love your music. I'm listening to Red Crayon...so beautiful.... -Michel M I really like the show and am glad that you have the courage to speak out. There are so many topics that need to be brought out into the open more that are not politically correct. - Alex Thanks for your podcast. It's pretty amazing stuff! - B Wow!….I could spend all day listening to your shows. Thanks so much for your contribution. Cheers, - Denel This morning I was listening to your interview with John Perkins. Listening to an interview with someone, who has been on the inside of this kind of corrupt and exploitive world, (and him bravely confessing all) was a real eye opener and inspiration. And reminded me how I can choose to support companies who are creating harmonious and healthy business.Thanks for what you are doing and the awareness you are sharing with the world, Great work!- music too Love and gratitude, - Ed WOW. Your show with John Perkins was very informing. You and your guests are light workers...shining the light on the darkness. Good work. I love knowing more! - Jennifer Jo- I Just listened to the episode with John Perkins! For me, it was a bright spotlight on what has been a shadowy, sinister aspect of the world. I've been aware for years of how out of balance things have become as a direct result of the spread of industrialization and the price that many people are paying, particularly in other countries, for our country to maintain it's "standard of living". Not to mention the environmental impact. Also that the greatest concentration of wealth is maintained amongst a few corporations and individuals who pull the strings economically and politically primarily for their benefit with no thought of how they might do so for the benefit of all. I've been frustrated in thinking that there was nothing more that could be done to stop the behemoth in any real sense. It's encouraging to hear that there are corporations that are listening and are willing to make the changes necessary to support those who produce their products and take responsibility for the environmental impact as well. You've given me renewed hope that we can perhaps change the world before we destroy it. Bravo ! Your song, and voice, is beautiful, might I add. Much love and many blessings to you, Jo. You are a true agent for positive change in this world. - Chuck Wow Jo, I'm really impressed with zentertainment.org. I really enjoyed the Seanne Corne interview, particularly her take on yoga as a healing art and as a spiritual growth art. I can say that for myself, practicing yoga has been that and much more. I always learn lessons from my body, particularly limits as I'm the type of person with a lot of interests and an ambitious drive and push myself very hard. I think yoga has taught me to just be with myself and to love myself and that its all about progress not perfection. Good thing about yoga, it focuses you on the present, on the reality and what is there. Thanks, - Rocky Jo,I listened to your interview with Seane Corn in my car this morning, and enjoyed it immensely, thank you. In particular, I was really interested in the idea of the 'shadow' which was discussed, and which made a lot of sense in various ways. As you put it during the interview, acknowledging and confronting our imperfections (and our own dark shadow) is more important than we sometimes realize. I also read and enjoyed your post on the Virginia Tech shootings, thank you. - Stephen Hi Jo, that was a wonderful interview with Seane Corn. I will be taking one of her classes at the YJ Conference coming to Lake Geneva this year. I have heard many great things about her, and now listening to her interview, she truly lives as her "Authentic Self", which I admire in anyone:)! Thank you so much for sharing this with us! Namaste, - Catherine Hi Jo, I am currently collecting recommendations for my summer beach reading. I have been pondering the question one of my students asked me yesterday which was "why is life so hard?" We had quite the discussion. I have to go into that place where I can sit with my pain and let it inform me. Avoidance sounds like a good idea but I know that postpones the inevitable. I have been going through an incredibly emotional time in my life. I need to get centered, relax, learn from what the universe is teaching me and heal. Your program has been wonderful and I thank you for it. Keep speaking to us Jo, it keeps me grounded. Happy Spring, - Liz, Massachusetts Hi Jo, Just wanted to say that I particularly enjoyed the segment on "House as a Mirror of Self." Clare Cooper Marcus's observations seem so on the mark. I've given a lot of thought to personal geography of space. Now I'm in the process of choosing a different kind of experience in a completely new place: scaled down, green, peaceful, private, introspective. It will be interesting to observe how this new phase of my life unfolds. Anyway, keep up your great work. I'll be looking forward to tuning in on a regular basis! - Kat Jo, I just listened to the Candace Pert interview. What a great one! You were really good at getting in there and asking good questions and having fun in the dialogue too! It was so interesting and fun! You go girl! Your my space bio and music is wonderful too- You're sooooo multi-talented!!!! -Tamor, NYC Jo, you have one of the most incredible singing voices I have ever heard! Not only are you an accomplished singer/song writer whose music conveys an intimacy with suffering and joy, and a spiritual depth that is missing in a lot of contemporary music, you are also a great photographer. I have listened to four of your programs on Zentertainment Radio, and have been delighted by the depth of your content, and by your ability to cut through the crap that a lot of talk radio offers, by asking hard questions while at the same time allowing your listening audience to hear that your spiritual development (like all of ours) is a bit messy at times. You has an impressive line up of guests and allow your listeners to e-mail questions to you when the opportunity affords itself. Where have you been all my life, Jo Davidson? Apparently the stars took awhile to line up before I was blessed to enter your space in the cosmos. Thanks. - Michael Jo, your show is great! I just finished Candace's book. I am now reading Judith's book. They really can making money selling books by being on your show. Most importantly they get their message to more people and you do too. I will get Larry Dossey's books as well! - Jenn Dear Jo, I listened to most of your new shows last night, and I don't know how to describe the experience except to say it was such a joyous experience! There is a quote I found recently that I liked, "She flung wide the doors of my heart and validated the songs my soul sings" that describes your show, pretty much everything resonated with me, I especially enjoyed your conversations with Chris Prentiss and Guy Finley, and I am definitely going to get their books! Your voice is so soothing and relaxing and you made me smile many times, thank you so much. Keep up the good work, and all the best with your journey. Many thanks and blessings, - Dave I loved Candace Pert's book, "Molecules of Emotion" and I gave a copy to all my friends when it was first published! Best- - Joanna I listened to your interview with Candace Pert. Thank you so much for doing what your doing -H I love your Talk site. You are awesome and truthful. Yay! - Deanie, South Africa I checked out Zentertainment and listened to a couple of your podcasts…Wow, great site. You seem like an amazing soul…living life authentically while making a difference. I'll be sharing your work with some friends shortly. Namaste, - Meghan Spent a few hours yesterday enjoying your interesting interviews and soothing commentaries at zenertainment.com. Great job sister, can't wait to see what's next. - Chris Wonderful work! I am grateful to know about you! I honor your contribution! - Paul Keep up the fresh good thinking and healing ideas. Thank you Jo! - Maralee, California Great music. (wonderful photographs. ) Thanks for your Light and talent. - Bradley Dear Jo, You DO rock! I am in AWE of what you do. Your quality in the quality of your shows, as well as lately good "holistic" tips, proves that you do care! - Pascal, France Dear Jo, just listened to the story you shared about the bird that got caught in your family's patio. What a wonderful, inspiring and refreshing story. I have to admit I also find myself telling my friends and myself not to rely on fear as a guide. Although I feel that there is a partial truth in this, your show made me realize the partial aspect of it more clearly. I come from a martial arts and Zen background and feel I have to some extent identified with the ‘spiritual warrior' image. This might be an oversimplification, but your story really pointed out to me how fear at times may be what helps us move in a direction that will do us good and helps us find our way out of an unpleasant situation. Hope it will allow me to deal more gently with my own and others fears. - L, Tokyo Dear Jo, you are also blessed with a great radio voice/presence! Seemed to relax me naturally and put a smile on my face. Nice combination of curiosity, humor, sincerity and warmth. Keep on sharing and wishing you a beautiful day. - Laurens Hello Jo, you have accomplished a lot and have much to take pride in. It's always such a pleasure to come across people who live their lives in an artful and inspired way! I've added you to my iTunes podcasts where you share space with a coterie of distinguished podcasters. :-) Your interview with Larry Dossey sounds great–I'm very familiar with his work. As I was browsing through your site, I came across your Myspace page and listened to a few of your songs. "Carousel" was absolutely fantastic; a song painted in playful colors. Beautiful and tender, and to my mind, reminiscent of idyllic, carefree days and summer afternoons. Which, by the way, is a nice thing to think about especially now that the east coast is buried under snow and ice. All the best, - Charlie Awesome Wesbite!!! - Gabriel Just finished listening to a couple of your shows and perusing your site. What a light you are! Keep up the great job. Wow... you're a remarkable spirit. Keep shining. - Lee Zen and the Art of happiness is such a great show! Just what I needed from the universe. Thanks for your positivity. =) - Mona, L.A Your show sounds amazing! You continue to inspire me. - Monica, Miami Your interview with Alissa Lukara touched my heart deeply... because I have been at that very point, so thanks for sharing that. It helped more than you could know... - Amy, CA Jo: Keep up the fantastic work you are doing to enlighten and transform our world. Your music is soul-full and deliciously intoxicating : ) Bright Blessings, - Tammi Jo, regarding your Christmas show-that was awesome. It truly changed my day. I'm in a really challenging place right now and that small slice of peace helped me to breathe for a while. - E, NYC I just downloaded and listened to your podcast just before Thanksgiving in which you were describing the poor bird that couldn't find her way out until you used her fear of your presence to guide her. That is a most beautiful way to describe how fear can be a powerful motivator for positive change. I have always found that those experiences that have frightened me on some level have, perhaps, been the most illuminating. My personal mantra remains "understanding is not a requisite of experience." Fear subsides. Experience, and the growth that ensues, remain. Thank you for a wonderful podcast. - Patrick, Georgia Great show as usual...The comment about forfeiting the right to intimate relationships by withholding information... thought provoking....you always seem to lob at least one spiritual grenade into each show. Nice! - Chris, Nashville I just listened to your latest show. I love it! You do a fabulous job, insights, sensitivity, creativity! - Marge, Ohio I have been listening to your show and I just wanted to tell you how wonderful it is. I especially like the program with Dr. Caliando. His wisdom is remarkable and he is so inspiring. Keep up the good work and congratulations on such a worthwhile endeavor. - Michele I listened to your conversation with Dr. Arthur Caliandro the other night and all I can say is "thank you". When I read the topic I got a little nervous. But you brought to my attention someone who seems to embody the true spirit of what religion should be - acceptance for all. Thanks again for bringing Dr. Caliandro to my attention and for giving me hope in what seems increasingly to be an unforgiving world. - Samuel Regarding your show on CHANGE- I have to laugh about the lady who was too old for change...I've got an aunt in LA who drives, goes to classes, has a boyfriend...and she's 97. Wishing you continued blessings and discoveries! - Ruth Your new endeavor is awesome!!! You are an inspiration for many. Jo, i really believe that you're destined for great things!! - Denise I have to say your show with Dr. Caliandro was WONDERFUL. His words are truly coming from his heart and made me cry. I feel as if I have been again pushed to try what I really want to do through listening to your show. Thank you so much for what you do, and you are certainly making a big change in the world by your show. You definitely changed someone's life in Tokyo whom you had never met!! - Makiko Orito, Tokyo Thank you very much for taking the time to produce and distribute your gems! They have been very healing and inspiring for me. - Valerie, California I love what you've created!! It's a treat, just wonderful... -Oscar G, NYC What you have done is truly remarkable. I love your website and photos. All of it has got great mood and style. Love what you write about yourself. It draws people right in and made me want to hear your interviews. Very human and insightful, authentic, from the heart. To Possibilities! - Alissa Lucara, Oregon Jo, I love your show! Intelligent, diverse and even surprising musical choices! I'm really looking forward to seeing where you go with this. Already you've hinted in the first show about a few possibilities and upcoming segments I don't want to miss. Congratulations and thank you for sharing your unique creative vision. Truly, very zentertaining. Beautiful website. - Jenny Bruce, NYC Just listened to your show. I believe you're on to something great! You go girlfriend! - Rossana, L.A. I listened to your radio sessions last night and I am hooked. I just wanted you to know that you are an inspiration! -Christine, Los Angeles, CA I've gotten some new bit of wisdom that I can really use. Great stuff! -Heather Eatman, NYC I read your informal bio and was so touched by it. It is beautifully and casually written, which makes it so personal and profound. I could relate to so many things you said. Your photography is incredible. I'd never seen it before. I will definitely keep in it mind for future gifts/wall hangings. Keep doing what you are doing, because you are on the right track. Your words and art are an inspiration! - Makena, Austin Texas Your site brings joy and good health! - Jennifer Stefanow, AZ Your show has brightened my days and inspired my mind.... - Mariah, TX Your show rocks! Keep sharing and shining! - David Bryant, Sherman Oaks, CA You have definately found a niche and filled a need! - Dee Lane, Oakdale, TN Your podcasts are sweet gifts that are so special to me: they really put my mind and body at ease and keep me grounded when things are flying around at warped speed! I find that I have to keep a notebook handy to jot down the inspiring quotes or whatever pops into my head while listening! - Shauna Burns, NV Thanks for your light! - Kip Herring, Wildwood, PA I love the shows. I listen to them on my ipod while walking my baby to sleep. Keep up the great work! - Michelle H. Hutley, NJ Your new show is awesome!! I love the fact that you keep things positive but...you don't limit your topics to one particular thing. Music, religion, philosophy, politics, psychology- your show is a genuine learning experience. You are the perfect person to host the show- you're able to find art in just about everything. You love to learn - I think your best tool for teaching others is your unceasing, natural curiosity. - Tim, NC You have the power of God running through you! - Jennifer, Charlotte NC You can really reach people--you have a gift for that. For enabling a person including yourself of course to experience fullness of presence and thus to grow, to heal. I doubt that anyone who has ever encountered you in any way remains the same. The site feels soulful and also full of care and love. I didn't know that could come across on the internet, but you make it happen! - Jill Falzoi

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