What if the things falling apart in your life are actually falling into place?

In this episode, transformational teacher and bestselling author Kute Blackson joins Josh Farahi for a wide-ranging, soul-deep conversation about what it truly means to surrender—not as passivity, but as power.

Kute shares the story of walking away from his father’s massive church empire at 18, guided only by a quiet inner voice and a one-way ticket to the U.S. He reveals the spiritual lessons he learned caring for his dying mother, how that experience crystallized his philosophy of surrender, and why our suffering often stems from resisting what is.

Together, Josh and Kute explore the paradox of control, the illusion of certainty, and how Western hustle culture keeps many of us trapped in egoic striving. For anyone feeling stuck, uncertain, or overwhelmed by the pressures of modern life—this conversation offers clarity, direction, and a profound invitation to let go.

In this episode, they discuss:

• Why surrender is not weakness—it’s alignment with truth

• How Kute gave up a preordained path to follow his soul

• The hidden gift inside suffering, setbacks, and failure

• Kute’s “train station” metaphor for learning to stop resisting life

• How ego tricks us into obsessing over the past and future

• What it means to live from soul, not just strategy

• The difference between discipline and denial

• Why truth—not effort—is the first step toward transformation

• A simple daily practice for those just starting their spiritual journey

📚 Resources & Links:

• 👉 The Magic of Surrender by Kute Blackson:

  https://www.amazon.com/dp/0593421469

• 🌐 Website: www.kuteblackson.com

• 🎥 Free Video Series – 8 Levels of Gratitude: 8levelsofgratitude.com

• 💡 Manifestation Masterclass: manifestationmasterclassonline.com

• 📱 Instagram: @kuteblackson

• 🐦 Twitter/X: @kuteblackson

If you’re navigating life, feeling domesticated by routine, or craving a life of deeper purpose—The Last Easy Mile is for you. Host Josh Farahi brings real conversations with those who’ve taken the hard road toward truth, freedom, and growth.

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📸 Instagram: @thelasteasymilepodcast

🌐 Website: thelasteasymilepodcast.com

Welcome to The Last Easy Mile, a show for men who know there’s more waiting—but aren’t sure where to begin. Hosted by Josh Farahi, each episode explores that moment before the leap, when the excuses run out and something real needs to start.

In this episode, Fraser Cain—founder of Universe Today and co-host of Astronomy Cast—shares why space still matters. From watching meteor showers with your kids to seeing Saturn’s rings through binoculars in a city, Fraser offers practical ways to reconnect with awe. He reflects on raising science-minded kids, his love of tabletop RPGs, and how parents can create deeper imaginative experiences than screens can provide.

We also talk about the James Webb Space Telescope, the Mars rovers, and the Vera Rubin Observatory, which will capture time-lapse images of the sky. Fraser warns against the growing distrust of experts, advocating for humility, critical thinking, and Carl Sagan’s “baloney detection toolkit.”

Fraser Cain – Follow & Learn More

· Website: https://www.universetoday.com

· Podcast: https://www.astronomycast.com

· YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@universetoday

· Twitter/X: https://x.com/fcain

Practical Astronomy Tools DiscussedSky-viewing apps:

o SkyView(iOS/Android)

o Stellarium

Light pollution map:

o Dark SkyFinder

o LightPollution Map

Astronomy event calendars:

o EarthSky.org’sSky Guide

o Time and Date –Astronomy Events

Books & Concepts Mentioned

· The Demon-Haunted World by Carl Sagan

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· The Fermi Paradox: “Where is everybody?”

Wikipedia – Fermi Paradox

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Josh Kirchner didn’t grow up bowhunting bears or butchering mountain lions. He taught himself. From solo bear scouting trips with zero experience to writing Becoming a Backpack Hunter and building a life around the backcountry, Josh’s journey is proof that it’s never too late to dive into something wild. In this episode, we talk about what it really takes to get started as a hunter in adulthood—how to find your first opportunity, what gear actually matters, why so many people quit early, and how hunting reshapes your connection to food, nature, and yourself. Whether you’re a seasoned outdoorsman or just someone who’s been saying “someday,” this episode will get you off the couch and onto the trail.

🌐 Website – https://dialedinhunter.com

📺 YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@dialedinhunter

📸 Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/dialedinhunter

📖 Book: *Becoming a Backpack Hunter* – https://www.amazon.com/dp/B085KS1PBV