Best Atma Podcasts (2024)

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Inside New York's Longest-Running Climate Tech Incubator 35:14

14h ago35:14

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In this episode, Jeanette Williams and Frederic Clerc from the Urban Future Lab discuss their mission to support climate tech startups. They share insights on the challenges faced by these startups, the importance of customer discovery, and the role of incubators in fostering innovation. The conversation also touches on the significance of equity i…

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Episode 271: Fractional Real Estate Ownership Opens New Doors with Duncan Kreeger, CEO and Founder of TAB; London, England, UK 22:14

7h ago22:14

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271 Fractional Real Estate Ownership Opens New Doors with Duncan Kreeger, CEO and Founder of TAB; London, England, UK Duncan Kreeger, the visionary founder and CEO of TAB, is on a mission to democratize real estate investment by making it more accessible and liquid for a broader audience. Drawing from two decades of experience in the property marke…

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To investigate what we are, we must first distinguish the knower from the known 1:51:20

3d ago1:51:20

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In a Zoom meeting with the Ramana Maharshi Foundation UK on 26th October 2024, Michael answers various questions about Bhagavan’s teachings. This episode can also be watched as a video here and a more compressed audio copy in Opus format (which can be listened to in the VLC media player and some other apps) can be downloaded from here.…

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P101 Little Sister Grimm 27:33

2d ago27:33

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Re-imagining a classic fairy tale with puppeteer, puppet builder, performer, director and filmmaker Kris Fleerackers. Bored and tired of doing chores, little Lotte Grimm sneaks a peek at a ‘broken’ fairy tale her older brothers have collected. To fix it, she finds a way to enter the story and save its heroine, but not everything goes as planned… Go…

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Episode 270: Leveraging Human Interaction for Authentic CEO Branding with Raoul Davis, CEO of Ascendant Group; Newark, DE, USA 23:51

7d ago23:51

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270 Leveraging Human Interaction for Authentic CEO Branding with Raoul Davis, CEO of Ascendant Group; Newark, DE, USA Raoul Davis, the CEO of Ascendant Group, is a pioneering advocate for the institutionalization of CEO branding, emphasizing its critical role in building trust and authentic connections. He advocates for executives to actively manag…

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If we attend to ego carefully enough we will see what we actually are 2:05:45

14d ago2:05:45

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In a Zoom meeting with the Ramana Maharshi Foundation UK on 12th October 2024, Michael answers various questions about Bhagavan’s teachings. This episode can also be watched as a video here and a more compressed audio copy in Opus format (which can be listened to in the VLC media player and some other apps) can be downloaded from here.…

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Episode 269 Bringing Radical Focus to Startup Success: A Conversation with Cam Doody, Co-Founder of Brickyard, Chattanooga, Tennessee, USA 20:21

14d ago20:21

20:21

Cam Doody knows what it takes to move an early-stage start-up through product fit, function, and successful launch as he has honed in on creating the right environment and formula for success. As co-founder and general partner of Brickyard, a venture capital firm based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, Cam and his team specialize in supporting early-stage…

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P100 Radical Acts of Love - how we find hope at the end of life 32:07

16d ago32:07

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Radical Acts of Love How We Find Hope at the End of Life Janie Brown has been an oncology nurse, first in Glasgow, then Vancouver for four decades. She is the founder of the Callanish Society which, through programs and retreats, creates a healing space for people who have been irrevocably changed by cancer. “With Radical Acts of Love, Janie Brown …

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What is desirelessness and what is renunciation? 1:52:40

19d ago1:52:40

1:52:40

In a Zoom meeting with the San Diego Ramana Satsang (ramana-satsang-sd@googlegroups.com) on 6th October 2024, Michael answers various questions about Bhagavan’s teachings. This episode can also be watched as a video here and a more compressed audio copy in Opus format (which can be listened to in the VLC media player and some other apps) can be dow…

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Uḷḷadu Nāṟpadu Anubandham verse 20 1:26:05

21d ago1:26:05

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In a Zoom meeting with Sri Ramana Center, Houston, on 5th October 2024, Michael James discusses Uḷḷadu Nāṟpadu Anubandham, verses 20. The translation of verse 20 by Michael can be found here. This episode can also be watched as a video here and a more compressed audio copy in Opus format (which can be listened to in the VLC media player and some ot…

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Episode 268: Bringing Non Obvious Thinking to Your Business with Rohit Bhargava, Founder and Trend Curator at Non-Obvious Company; Washington, D.C., USA 23:42

21d ago23:42

23:42

Rohit Bhargava is a person you should know and follow. He is a pioneering thinker renowned for his expertise in non obvious thinking, a philosophy he champions through his speaking, consulting and body of work. We invited Rohit to tell us about his new book, Non Obvious Thinking: How to See What Others Miss. Rohit believes in the necessity of non o…

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Verse 3 of Śrī Aruṇācala Padigam 30:40

22d ago30:40

30:40

This video begins with Sadhu Om singing verse 3 of ஸ்ரீ அருணாசல பதிகம் (Śrī Aruṇācala Padigam), ‘The Eleven Verses to Arunachala’, then Michael James explains and discusses its meaning: இறையுனை நினையு மெண்ணமே நண்ணா வெனையுன தருட்கயிற் றாலீர்த் திறையுயி ரின்றிக் கொன்றிட நின்றா யென்குறை யியற்றின னேழை யிறையினிக் குறையென் குற்றுயி ராக்கி யெனைவதைத் திடலெ…

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As long as ego rises, effort is necessary 1:38:51

24d ago1:38:51

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In a Zoom meeting with the Chicago Ramana devotees on 29th September 2024, Michael answers various questions about Bhagavan’s teachings. This episode can also be watched as a video here and a more compressed audio copy in Opus format (which can be listened to in the VLC media player and some other apps) can be downloaded from here.…

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Self-investigation and happiness 1:06:02

28d ago1:06:02

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In a Zoom meeting with the Ramana group, Helsinki, on 29th September Michael James answer questions about Bhagavan’s teachings. This episode can also be watched as a video here and a more compressed audio copy in Opus format (which can be listened to in the VLC media player and some other apps) can be downloaded from here.…

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Episode 267: Peak Performance and Executive Decision-Making with Nuala Walsh, Founder and CEO MindEquity, London, UK 30:41

28d ago30:41

30:41

Every day CEOs and senior leaders are faced with a tsunami of information and requests so we invited Nuala Walsh, leadership expert and author of Tune In: How to Make Smarter Decisions in a Noisy World to share her esteemed insights. With her distinguished 30-year career in financial services and as the founder of Mind Equity Consulting, Nuala brin…

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Not rising as ego is knowing and being what we actually are 2:11:46

1M ago2:11:46

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In a Zoom meeting with the Ramana Maharshi Foundation UK on 28th September 2024, Michael answers various questions about Bhagavan’s teachings. This episode can also be watched as a video here and a more compressed audio copy in Opus format (which can be listened to in the VLC media player and some other apps) can be downloaded from here.…

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What is self-investigation, and what is self-surrender? 51:06

1M ago51:06

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In a Zoom meeting between Ludovic and Michael James, on 25th September 2024, Michael answered questions and talked about the basics of Bhagavan's teachings. This episode can also be watched as a video here and a more compressed audio copy in Opus format (which can be listened to in the VLC media player and some other apps) can be downloaded from he…

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Episode 266: The Franchise Journey: Building from Few to Many with Charles J. Bonfiglio, CEO of Tint World, Boca Raton, FL, USA 30:16

1M ago30:16

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266 The Franchise Journey: Building from Few to Many with Charles J. Bonfiglio, CEO of Tint World, Boca Raton, FL, USA Charles J. Bonfiglio, a celebrated entrepreneur and founder of Tint World, has revolutionized the franchise business model with his innovative approach, earning him accolades such as the Inc. 5000 award nine times. Initially facing…

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How does Arunachala eradicate ego when thought of? 59:26

1M ago59:26

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In an online meeting on 22th September 2024, to celebrate Bhagavan's advent (arrival) to Tiruvannamalai on 1st September 1896, Michael discusses Bhagavan's how Arunachala eridactes ego when thought of. The four main verses Michael discussed in the video are the last two of Śrī Aruṇācala Padigam and first two of Śrī Aruṇācala Aṣṭakam, the meanings o…

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P093 Bridestones 24:19

1M ago24:19

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meditations on art, myth, archaeology, ceremony, and death Come, anguish. Help us manage / the plainsong of an open shore, / its language of high tide rich and close, / close and hard to see. In her conversation with Ingrid Rose, Miranda discusses how lifelong themes and experiences are interwoven in this book, like the white lines which connect th…

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Understanding ego as an erroneous awareness of ourself 2:29:07

1M ago2:29:07

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Following the book launch in August 2023 of Ramana Maharshi's Forty Verses on What Is, a compilation of the writings and talks of Michael James on Uḷḷadu Nāṟpadu, Michael and Sandra have started a series of talks in which Michael explains the essential import of these verses and all of Ramana's teachings in 8 key points -- 8 talks (videos). This is…

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Decarbonizing Heavy-Duty Engines: Podcast With ClearFlame 20:03

1M ago20:03

20:03

How can we address the carbon emissions from diesel engines, which are deeply integrated into global economies but also present significant environmental challenges? While electric vehicles are often highlighted as the solution, ClearFlame presents an immediate and innovative alternative that drives us toward a cleaner future—without the need to wa…

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Episode 265: Building a Better Therapist System with Alex Katz, Founder & CEO at Two Chairs, Los Angeles, CA, USA 24:59

1M ago24:59

24:59

We respect the mission of Two Chairs because we believe that human potential relies on individuals remaining mentally strong. Enter Alex Katz. He has a clear vision for company growth and expansion, deeply rooted in his personal experiences and commitment to improving mental health care. But this is not just about access, the systems are highly sop…

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What causes ego to rise from sleep? 2:05:54

2M ago2:05:54

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In a Zoom meeting with the Ramana Maharshi Foundation UK on 14th September 2024, Michael answers various questions about Bhagavan’s teachings. This episode can also be watched as a video here and a more compressed audio copy in Opus format (which can be listened to in the VLC media player and some other apps) can be downloaded from here.…

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Episode 264: Rocking the Utilities Paradigm while Building a Brand for the Future with Supratim Srinivasan, CEO & Co-Founder of Atma Energy; San Antonio, Texas 27:19

2M ago27:19

27:19

Supratim Srinivasan is deeply concerned about the fragility of the electrical utilities industry, so he is doing something about it. As an engineer with a strong background in finance, he co-founded Atma Energy to make distributed energy resources like solar and energy storage more accessible to the individual homeowner and business owner while at …

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Uḷḷadu Nāṟpadu Anubandham verses 18 and 19 1:24:16

2M ago1:24:16

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In a Zoom meeting with Sri Ramana Center, Houston, on 7th September 2024, Michael James discusses Uḷḷadu Nāṟpadu Anubandham, verses 18 and 19. The translation of verse 18 by Michael can be found here: https://blog.sriramanateachings.org/2024/05/ulladu-narpadu-anubandham-tamil-text.html#una18 The translation of verse 19 by Michael can be found here:…

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Real knowing is devoid of both knowing and not knowing 1:52:42

2M ago1:52:42

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In a Zoom meeting with the San Diego Ramana Satsang (ramana-satsang-sd@googlegroups.com) on 1st September 2024, Michael answers various questions about Bhagavan’s teachings. This episode can also be watched as a video here and a more compressed audio copy in Opus format (which can be listened to in the VLC media player and some other apps) can be d…

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AI's Role in Climate Tech: Podcast With Climactic 29:13

2M ago29:13

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Raj Kapoor, co-founder of Climactic, takes us through his journey from engineering to entrepreneurship and how he found his way into climate tech investing. He talks about Climactic’s unique approach, focusing on early-stage investments and software solutions that help businesses reach net zero by improving efficiency. Raj also shares his thoughts …

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Episode 263: Fearless in Business with Dr. Benjamin Ritter, Founder of Live For Yourself Consulting; Austin, Texas 29:47

2M ago29:47

29:47

Dr. Benjamin Ritter sees in others what they can’t yet see in themselves, which is what we love about his work. So we invited Dr. Ritter to join us and discuss his book, Becoming Fearless, because we believe that everyone should feel in control of their business journey and find joy along the way. This book is a reflection of his work with CEOs, fo…

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Only by persistent practice can we gain the power to remain subsided in our being 2:19:20

2M ago2:19:20

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In a Zoom meeting with the Ramana Maharshi Foundation UK on 31st August 2024, Michael answers various questions about Bhagavan’s teachings. This episode can also be watched as a video here and a more compressed audio copy in Opus format (which can be listened to in the VLC media player and some other apps) can be downloaded from here.…

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Bhagavan's Advent and the path of self-investigation 23:55

2M ago23:55

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In an online meeting on 30th August 2024, to celebrate Bhagavan's advent (arrival) to Tiruvannamalai on 1st September 1896, Michael discusses Bhagavan's advent and the path of self-investigation This episode can also be watched as a video here and a more compressed audio copy in Opus format (which can be listened to in the VLC media player and some…

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Episode 262: Human Leadership with Vidusha Nathavitharana, Founder of Luminary Learning Solutions, Sri Lanka, Colombo 32:49

2M ago32:49

32:49

Vidusha is a distinguished expert in leadership training and coaching, with over 20 years of experience in the field. As the founder of High Five Consultancy and Luminary Learning Solutions, she has made significant strides in HR consulting and leadership development, authoring over 70 books and establishing herself as a thought leader. Vidusha's p…

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What is surrender and how to surrender? 2:07:18

2M ago2:07:18

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In a Zoom meeting with the Chicago Ramana devotees on 25th August 2024, Michael answers various questions about Bhagavan’s teachings. This episode can also be watched as a video here and a more compressed audio copy in Opus format (which can be listened to in the VLC media player and some other apps) can be downloaded from here.…

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The source and substance of ego is our own being, the pure ‘I am’ 2:04:10

2M ago2:04:10

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In a Zoom meeting with the Ramana Maharshi Foundation UK on 10th August 2024, Michael answers various questions about Bhagavan’s teachings. This episode can also be watched as a video here and a more compressed audio copy in Opus format (which can be listened to in the VLC media player and some other apps) can be downloaded from here.…

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Reusable PPE? It's Happening Now: Podcast With AmorSui 19:30

2M ago19:30

19:30

In this episode of the Green New Perspective podcast, we're focusing on medical waste—a major contributor to environmental pollution. Joining us is Beau Wangtrakuldee, the co-founder and CEO of AmorSui, a New York-based climate tech company that's revolutionizing the healthcare industry. Beau's journey, from a PhD scientist to a sustainability advo…

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Episode 261: Innovative Sustainability Practices for Eco-Conscious Consumers with Cold Brew with Alex French; Minneapolis, MN, USA 27:45

2M ago27:45

27:45

Alex French, the co-founder and CEO of Bizzy Cold Brew, has steered his company from the remnants of a failed snow sports venture to a thriving brand known for its exceptional 48-ounce cold brew coffees. With his extensive background in marketing at Best Buy and General Mills, Alex has channeled his expertise into creating a product that stands out…

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P091 Writers Gambit, part 02 46:04

2M ago46:04

46:04

Gambit, a word from chess, struck our producer, Ingrid Rose, as appropriate to the daring and wide-ranging work created recently by authors from our growing Writers Radio community. Each program in this two part series is scheduled for three weeks instead of two while our producers take a summer break: Ingrid is off to France and Carole is getting …

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Self-investigation and overcoming desires 1:56:23

3M ago1:56:23

1:56:23

In a Zoom meeting with the San Diego Ramana Satsang (ramana-satsang-sd@googlegroups.com) on 4th August 2024, Michael answers various questions about Bhagavan’s teachings. This episode can also be watched as a video here and a more compressed audio copy in Opus format (which can be listened to in the VLC media player and some other apps) can be down…

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Uḷḷadu Nāṟpadu Anubandham verse 17 1:30:58

3M ago1:30:58

1:30:58

In a Zoom meeting with Sri Ramana Center, Houston, on 3rd August 2024, Michael James discusses Uḷḷadu Nāṟpadu Anubandham, verse 17. The translation of the verse by Michael can be found here. This episode can also be watched as a video here and a more compressed audio copy in Opus format (which can be listened to in the VLC media player and some oth…

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Episode 260: Connecting Engagement, Data and Revenue in Sports with Ed Birchall, Founder & CEO of Sobirho, London, UK 25:13

3M ago25:13

25:13

Ed Birchall, the founder of Sobirho, brings a wealth of experience from his professional rugby career and roles in finance and technology to revolutionize fan engagement in the sports industry. He passionately believes that Sobirho's data-driven AI technology is crucial for delivering hyper-personalized interactions and maximizing revenues. I met E…

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Embracing ESG Principles in Cleantech: Podcast With Gerald Leonard 31:39

3M ago31:39

31:39

We tackle the critical issue of sustainability in business with Gerald J Leonard, CEO of Turnberry Premiere. Gerald explains the importance of embedding eco-friendly strategies into corporate frameworks. We’re sharing practical tips on measuring the impact of sustainability efforts with science-based targets and certified metrics, and advice on int…

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Episode 259: Inner Strength and Navigating International Business Safety with Jose Pereira 28:19

3M ago28:19

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Jose Pereira, a renowned leader and former CEO of Citgo Petroleum, exemplifies resilience and leadership, especially highlighted through his harrowing experience as one of the Citgo Six who were wrongfully detained and held hostage by the Venezuelan government from 2017 to 2022. During his unjust imprisonment, Pereira's perspective on resilience ev…

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We are not aware of ourself as we actually are because of ego 2:47:57

3M ago2:47:57

2:47:57

Following the book launch in August 2023 of Ramana Maharshi's Forty Verses on What Is, a compilation of the writings and talks of Michael James on Uḷḷadu Nāṟpadu, Michael and Sandra have started a series of talks in which Michael explains the essential import of these verses and all of Ramana's teachings in 8 key points -- 8 talks (videos). This is…

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Bhakti is the mother of jñāna 1:55:46

3M ago1:55:46

1:55:46

In a Zoom meeting with the Chicago Ramana devotees on 28th July 2024, Michael answers various questions about Bhagavan’s teachings. *** The first 15 minutes of this meeting were not recorded. We apologise for the inconvenience. Thank you for understanding.*** This episode can also be watched as a video here and a more compressed audio copy in Opus …

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Ātma-vicāra is ‘always keeping the mind on oneself’ 2:14:21

3M ago2:14:21

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In a Zoom meeting with the Ramana Maharshi Foundation UK on 27th July 2024, Michael answers various questions about Bhagavan’s teachings. This episode can also be watched as a video here and a more compressed audio copy in Opus format (which can be listened to in the VLC media player and some other apps) can be downloaded from here.…

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Episode 258: Productivity Smarts for High-Performing Teams with Gerald Leonard, CEO and Founder of the Leonard Productivity Intelligence Institute, Washington, DC, USA 28:41

3M ago28:41

28:41

Who doesn’t want their teams to be agile and shoot for success? Well, enter Gerald Leonard, a seasoned expert in project, program, and portfolio management who passionately shares his insights on productivity smarts and wisdom. In addition to the Leonard Productivity Intelligence Institute, he is also the CEO of Turnberry Premiere. Gerald believes …

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P090 Writers Gambit part 01 34:47

3M ago34:47

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Gambit, a word from chess, struck our producer, Ingrid Rose, as appropriate to the daring and wide-ranging work created recently by authors from our growing Writers Radio community. This will be a two part series; each program will run for three weeks instead of two while our producers take a summer break: Ingrid is off to France and Carole is gett…

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The nature of ego and how to eradicate it 1:02:22

3M ago1:02:22

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In a Zoom meeting on 24th July 2024, Michael answers Kartik's questions about Bhagavan’s teachings, specifically about the nature of ego and how to eradicate it. This episode can also be watched as a video here and a more compressed audio copy in Opus format (which can be listened to in the VLC media player and some other apps) can be downloaded fr…

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Uḷḷadu Nāṟpadu Anubandham verse 16 1:32:08

3M ago1:32:08

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n a Zoom meeting with Sri Ramana Center, Houston, on 20th July 2024, Michael James discusses Uḷḷadu Nāṟpadu Anubandham, verse 16. The translation of the verse by Michael can be found here. This episode can also be watched as a video here and a more compressed audio copy in Opus format (which can be listened to in the VLC media player and some other…

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How is Glue Changing Recycling? Podcast With Geisys Ventures 21:29

3M ago21:29

21:29

Recycling and sustainability are big challenges today, especially with plastics and materials science. Our recycling systems are flawed, and many people aren't aware of the issues, making environmental problems worse. Dr. Kristoffer Stokes and his team at Geisys Ventures are tackling these problems head-on with innovative solutions for plastics and…

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