Episodes
July 31, 2025
Ep. 40 - Unveiling the Mystical: An Exploration of Akashic Records with Heather Pleune
In this episode of the Drop the Needle Podcast, host Jim Alstott invites Heather Pleune, a certified Akashic Records intuitive and Reiki master teacher, to share her fascinating journey and insights. Starting from the spiritu...
July 17, 2025
Ep. 39 - Unlocking Psychic Abilities with Joseph D'Airo
In this episode of the Drop the Needle Podcast, host Jim Alstott welcomes psychic medium and artist Joseph D'Airo. Joseph shares his journey from a family of psychic mediums and his development under the mentorship of Pat Lon...
July 3, 2025
Ep. 38 - Debra Taitel | 35 Years of Clairvoyance and Teaching - Part 2
Join host Jim Alstott as he welcomes renowned clairvoyant and spiritual teacher Debra Taitel to the Drop the Needle Podcast. With over 35 years of experience, Debra shares her earliest memories of psychic phenomena, the impor...
June 19, 2025
Ep. 38 - Deb Taitle | 35 Years of Clairvoyance and Teaching - Part 1
Join host Jim Alstott as he welcomes renowned clairvoyant and spiritual teacher Deb Taitle to the Drop the Needle Podcast. With over 35 years of experience, Deb shares her earliest memories of psychic phenomena, the importanc...
May 29, 2025
Ep. 37 Insights from Hospice Care and Mediumship w/ Martha Merry & Irene Doreste: Part 2
In this powerful episode of the Drop the Needle Podcast, host Jim Alstott delves into the emotional and spiritual dimensions of hospice care with guests Martha Merry and Irene Doreste. They discuss their experiences with deat...
May 23, 2025
Ep. 37 Exploring Hospice Care & Spirituality with Martha Merry and Irene Doreste: Part 1
In this episode of the Drop the Needle Podcast, host Jim Alstott welcomes guests Martha Merry and Irene Doreste for an in-depth discussion on hospice and end-of-life care. The conversation delves into the emotional and practi...
May 9, 2025
Ep. 36 - Joe Guthrie | The Shift from Alcohol: Navigating the World of Alternative Beverages
In this episode of the Drop the Needle podcast, host Jim Alstott welcomes back Joe Guthrie, CEO of Pause Sparkling Water. They discuss the growing trend of non-alcoholic beverages, particularly those infused with CBD and THC,...
April 24, 2025
Ep. 35 - Kat Jaibur | The Art of Intuitive Soul Whispering
Intuitive coach & channel Kat Jaibur describes her unique ability to intuitively understand underlying truths behind what people say, which she refers to as soul whispering. She and host Jim Alstott discuss the process of voi...
April 10, 2025
Ep. 34 - Part 2 - John St. Augustine's Inspiring Musical Journey
In this captivating episode of the Drop the Needle Podcast, host Jim Alstott sits down with John St. Augustine, a distinguished author and radio legend. Together, they delve into John's extraordinary journey, discussing his u...
April 3, 2025
Ep. 34 - Part 1 - John St. Augustine | From Near-Death to New Beginnings
In this episode of the Drop the Needle Podcast, host Jim Alstott welcomes John St. Augustine, a multifaceted personality and survivor of multiple near-death experiences. John, a veteran Ted Talk speaker, Chicago radio legend,...
March 20, 2025
Ep. 33 - Ellen Rogin | Journey Through Finance and Spirituality
In this episode of the Drop the Needle podcast, Jim Alstott welcomes New York Times bestselling author Ellen Rogin, who combines decades of financial experience with her unique ability to intuitively connect with the energy o...
March 6, 2025
Ep. 32 - Julie Grant | Spiritual Awakening and Healing
In this episode of the Drop the Needle podcast, host Jim Alstott interviews intuitive healer Julie Grant, who shares her transformative journey into spiritual healing that began with a profound Reiki session in 2007. Julie di...
Feb. 20, 2025
Ep. 31 - Gail Alexander | Exploring Intuitive Healing and Sacred Geometry
In this episode of the Drop the Needle podcast, host Jim Alstott welcomes back spiritual guide Gail Alexander for a deep dive into her work with mandalas, sacred geometry, and the healing arts. They discuss her new book, 'Sha...
Feb. 6, 2025
Ep. 30 - Gail Alexander | Unlocking Spiritual Gifts
In this enlightening conversation, Jim Alstott interviews spiritual guide Gail Alexander, who shares her unique journey from childhood intuition to her current practice blending ancient wisdom with modern healing. They explor...
Jan. 23, 2025
Ep. 29 Part 2: Journey Through Grief with Joe McQuillen
Welcome to the Drop the Needle Podcast with your host, Jim Alstott. In this episode, we continue our journey with Joe McQuillen in part two of his inspiring story. We delve deep into themes of spirituality, life after loss, a...
Jan. 16, 2025
Ep. 29 Part 1: Journey Through Grief with Joe McQuillan
Host Jim Alstott interviews Joe McQuillan, an author and father who shares his profound journey after the tragic loss of his son, Christopher. Joe discusses his path to finding spiritual connections with Christopher through m...
Jan. 2, 2025
Episode 28 | A Conversation with Health and Wellness Coach Martha Mary
In this episode of the Drop the Needle Podcast, host Jim Alstott welcomes health and wellness coach Martha Merry. Martha, an RN specialized in end-of-life care and a board-certified health and wellness coach, shares her journ...
Dec. 12, 2024
Ep. 27 - Kerry Muller | Vibrations of Wellness: Understanding Sound Therapy
In this conversation, Jim Alstott and Kerry Muller delve into the world of sound therapy, exploring its principles, techniques, and the profound impact it can have on healing. Kerry shares her experiences with various instrum...
Nov. 28, 2024
Ep. 26 - Dr. Julie Foster | Awakening Beyond Boundaries
In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Julie Foster shares her journey of spiritual awakening and healing, emphasizing the importance of vulnerability, love, and collective consciousness. She discusses her experiences with en...
Nov. 7, 2024
Ep. 25 - Irene Doreste returns | Overcoming Personal Challenges
In this episode of the Drop the Needle podcast, host Jim Alstott welcomes Irene Doreste, a newly published author and transformational life coach. They discuss Irene's journey to authorship, the challenges she faced, and the ...
Oct. 24, 2024
Ep. 24 - Julie Burns Walker | The Journey of a Medical Intuitive
In this episode of the Drop the Needle podcast, host Jim Alstott welcomes Julie Burns Walker, a medical intuitive and author of the Oneness Model series. They discuss the origins and purpose of the Oneness Model, its structur...
Oct. 10, 2024
Ep. 23 - Lisa Dietlin | How a near death experience changed her life
In this episode of the Drop the Needle podcast, host Jim Alstott speaks with philanthropy expert Lisa Dietlin about her transformative experiences, including a life-altering taxi accident. Lisa shares her journey from a succe...
Sept. 19, 2024
Ep. 22 - Julie Marie Murphy Part 2 | Mastering Money and Spirituality
In part two of the Money and Spirituality series, Julie Murphy, bestselling author and podcast host, discusses her near-death experience and the gifts she received from it. She shares how she learned to let go of control and ...
Sept. 12, 2024
Ep. 21 - Julie Marie Murphy | Aligning Wealth with Spirituality
Julie Murphy is a Chicago-based CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and founder and CEO of JMC Wealth Management, Inc. Julie received her BS in Finance from the University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana and her MBA from The University...