Masters of Ceremony
Masters of Ceremony is a podcast led by artist and ceremonialist, Andrew Askaripour. MoC’s aim is to merge the worlds of Andrew's passions of Spirituality, Hip-Hop, Photography/Film, Sacred Plant Medicines, and the beauty of ceremony in order to educate, inspire, and strengthen others.
Born of Jamaican and Iranian descent, Andrew humbly walks a path of service in order to honor and give thanks to his ancestors and elders for helping guide him towards rediscovering these ancient and universal forms in which all communities gather, heal, and grow together. Apprenticing for many years with initiated teachers and elders of several traditions has provided Andrew with an immense respect and understanding of the responsibility of what it is to carry and share these sacred teachings with the upmost reverence and integrity.
From his years involved within the New York Hip-Hop scene, to studying with various wise medicine men and women of Central and South America, Andrew has gained a distinct outlook on life that allows him to connect with the hearts, minds, and spirits of his fascinating guests, who are each on the way to becoming true masters of their crafts. Through sitting down with these remarkable individuals, and sharing insights from his own journey, Andrew invites you onto his journey of learning, exploration, and growth.
Welcome to Masters of Ceremony.
Episodes
16 episodes
Salvador Villalobos on Walking the Red Road, the Power of Ayahuasca, and the Vision of Hayulima Spiritual Sanctuary
Today's guest is my dear and beloved brother, Salvador Villalobos. Salvador has been walking the Camino Rojo and working intimately with the sacred plant medicines of the Americas, and their traditions, for over 25 years. Originally from Mexico...
"Psychedelics and Sacred Ceremonies" - Harvard University Lecture by Andrew Askaripour | MOC#14
On April 5th, 2023 I had the immense honor of speaking at Harvard University with the Harvard Psychedelic Club about my journey with plant medicines, and the importance of using entheogenic substances within a ceremonial context. This speech wa...
Carlos Pussetto on Being Kidnapped During Argentina's "Dirty War", Sacred Teachings of the Ancient Americas & Red Road, Healing through Poetry, Art, and Percussion | MOC#13
Over the course of his life Carlos Pussetto has had an immensely transformative and inspiring journey. Carlos studied psychology and sociology at the National University of Humanities in Argentina and was active in the resistance movement again...
Sen Floyd on Legacy, Photography + Cinema Journey, MMA, and Daily Spiritual Practices | #12
Senetchut Men Ab Nehti, best known as Sen M. Floyd, is a Brooklyn-born photographer/ cinematographer. Having picked up a small point-shoot camera in his early teen years as a means of creative expression, Senetchut transformed a hobby into a li...
Isabel Friend on the Spirit, Science, and Healing Magic of Sacred Water | #11
Isabel Friend is has extensively been researching and educating others on all things regarding the sacred source of all life, water. She is a certified nutritionist, compelling public speaker, advisor to various global water initiatives...
Guillermo Martinez on Building Native Instruments, Ancestral Reconnection, Prayer as Medicine, and Mentorship | #10
Guillermo Martinez is a Master Crafstman, musician, and wisdom keeper of indigenous instruments and their history from Southern California. He is the owner of Quetzacoatl Music, an instrument shop and educational resource dedicated...
Sam Lindenfeld on Creating Fine Art, Developing Your Own Style and Voice, Hip-Hop Art Direction, + Spiritual Perspectives | #9
Sam Lindenfeld is a friend and multidisciplinary illustrator, designer and fine artist. Born and raised in Washington DC and currently based in Brooklyn, NY. Sam's work has been shown at the Hirshhorn Museum in DC, been recognized by the Americ...
David Noriega on No-Till Farming, Music, Ayahuasca Experience, Fatherhood, + Reconnecting to the Land | #8
David "Blank" Noriega is a musician / Hip-Hop producer turned full time organic farmer from Long Island, New York. David has been a close friend of mine for well over 10 years now, and we have created an immense amount of beautiful music / memo...
Madwiz on Hip-Hop as a Means of Spiritual Reconnection, Meeting DJ Kool Herc + Nas, + Embracing the Music of Today, + more | #7
Madwiz is an MC, Producer, and all around incredible artist from Brooklyn, New York. He's also one of my closest friends and is considered as the foremost Hip-Hop Historian within our peer group. On this episode, we discuss Madwiz's upb...
Annie Trezza on Songwriting, Surfing, Montauk Living, and the Medicine of Music | #6
Annie Trezza is a close personal friend, singer-songwriter extraordinaire, groovy and passionate surfer, live performer, and Montauk local from Long Island, New York.In this episode we discuss Annie's origins in becoming infatuated with...
Caiyuda Kiora on Honoring the Sacred, The Power of Kambo, and Healing Spiritual Malnourishment through Nature and Ceremony | #5
Caiyu is a modern-day medicine man and ceremonialist, who has been walking the path of sacred medicine for nearly 10 years now.From his various offerings via his website and online community, MedicinePath.net, and also his new podcast Bi...
Shomari Chioke on His Transformational Fitness Journey, The Importance of a Spiritual Practice to Support Your Physical Goals, + More | #4
Shomari Chioke is an accomplished Personal Trainer from Queens, New York. After going through a series of challenges during his college years, Shomari began his fitness journey which served as a pivotal turning point in his life. From becoming ...
PV on Polaroid and Analog Photography, Nearly Throwing Up on Jay-Z During Photo-Shoot, + Advice for Aspiring Photographers | #3
PV, otherwise known as the Mayor of Polaroid Photography in New York, is a legend when it comes to the Analog Photography game in the city. He's someone I've known for some time now, and is one of the coolest creatives I've come to know. On thi...
Radamiz on Siblinghood, Navigating the Music Industry, Dominican Roots, + New Book | #2
Radamiz is one of the most inspiring Hip-Hop artists in the country right now, and also one of my closest friends. In this episode, Radamiz discusses the influences growing up in projects of Brooklyn, while also taking constant trips to the Dom...
Marlon Craft on Breaking into the Industry, Hip-Hop as Therapy, Funk Flex Freestyle, + more | #1
Marlon Craft is easily one of the most skilled rappers to emerge out of New York in recent years. In this episode, we discuss the entirety of Marlon's journey as an artist thus far, how Hip-Hop helped him cope with his anxiety during college, h...