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Cultish

Jeremiah Roberts, Andrew Soncrant

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Enter the Kingdom of the Cults with Cultish; a program that explores the impact of the cults from a theological, sociological, and psychologicalperspective. Immerse yourself in the thinking, teaching, strategies, and consequences born out of the nefarious leaders of these movements.
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Each day we highlight a different talk given by Phiroz Mehta, so that you can learn to be in harmony with yourself and with the world. Visit https://beingtrulyhuman.org to find out more and listen to all of Phiroz’s talks.
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That's So Hindu

Hindu American Foundation

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The podcast that interviews entrepreneurs and activists, politicians and professors, journalists, entertainers, spiritual teachers, and more on how Hinduism shapes their work and lives. All American. So Hindu. Brought to you by the Hindu American Foundation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sharing Maps

Will Lehew & David Hall

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Dave and Will are two life long friends who love to discuss spirituality, the occult, religion, and maybe even aliens! They want you to accompany them as they forge headlong into the woo woo wilderness.
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Interfaith Voices provides engaging and informative discussion on the key public issues of our day through the lenses of many different faith perspectives. We foster religious tolerance and educate our listeners on the broad diversity of religious traditions and viewpoints in the United States. This podcast feed is for the hour-long version of the program.
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Things Unseen grapples with a spiritual climate that no longer conforms to orderly patterns – with fewer of us attracted to formal religion, but many still believing that there’s more out there than meets the eye. Thought-provoking speech radio for people of faith – and those who just feel intrigued by the spiritual dimension to life.
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In this podcast series, Rupert Spira explores the non-dual understanding, expressed in different ways. Please subscribe if you would like to be notified whenever new episodes are available. If you would like to find out more about events, publications, and Rupert's archive of recordings, please visit rupertspira.com. Music written and played by Shena Power and recorded by Simon Power.
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The only podcast to sit firmly in the space where religion and the media collide. We ease that relationship, strengthen links that already exist, and be part of building new ones through chat, reflection, and comment, with a panel of regular contributors of journalists, broadcasters, writers, comedians, and experts.
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Support Us Shrimad Bhagwat Gita is a sacred Hindu scripture that is widely revered for its spiritual and philosophical teachings. It is considered one of the most important texts in Hinduism and is often referred to simply as the "Gita". The Gita is a dialogue between Lord Krishna and his disciple Arjuna on a battlefield, where Arjuna is faced with the dilemma of fighting his own relatives in a war. Through their conversation, Lord Krishna offers Arjuna profound teachings on various aspects ...
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परमपूज्य सद्गुरुदास महाराजांच्या विचारपुष्पांची गुंफण म्हणजे गुरुप्रबोध नवनीत. अध्यात्मापासून विज्ञानापर्यंत विविध विषयांवरती पू. सद्गुरुदास महाराज यांनी मांडलेले विचार या माध्यमातून आपल्या थेट हृदयास भिडतात. अध्यात्माचा खरा अर्थ उलगडणारी ही पॉडकास्ट मालिका त्यातील विचारांच्या माध्यमातून आपल्या जीवनास नवा आशय देईल, यात शंका नाही.
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Rahul N Singh is the host of The Bearded Mystic Podcast which explores the Hindu philosophy of Advaita Vedanta or Non-Duality in a very simple, direct and practical way. Episodes include discussions into eastern scriptures like The Bhagavad Gita, The Upanishads etc, along with discussions on the teachings of Mystics from different traditions and discussions about everyday spirituality. Rahul has been a spiritual seeker for over 20 years and has an open-minded approach to spirituality and fin ...
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There is always something to learn from the experience of being spiritually awake in today's world. For over a decade Bram Levinson has brought his unique form of spirituality, humour, purpose and teaching to students and listeners, and now he's sharing his thoughts and insights in The Examined Life with Bram Levinson Podcast. Tune in for some often lightweight and irreverent, and at other times deeply spiritual and significant podcasts that will inspire and provoke thought.
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Wisdom and Its application is taking a back seat in families and social media circles. The news which is temporal and noisy is taking major mindshare. This HAS to CHANGE and the current unhelpful dominant habits must be replaced by right habits that helps us by "wisdom" coming from any quarter. Vedic wisdom has been given name by europeans as Hinduism. Lets take that name and here is what different thinkers worldwide have to assert on Hinduism ( I need not quote this to get social proof for ...
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Prabhuji Podcast

Prabhuji - a writer and avadhūta mystic

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To learn more about Prabhuji, please visit: https://www.prabhuji.net/Prabhuji Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MysticAvadhuta/ Store: https://prabhujisgifts.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Prabhuji108 Books: https://prabhujisgifts.com/collections/books David, Ben Yosef, Har-Zion, who writes under the pen name Prabhuji, is a writer and avadhūta mystic. In 2011, he chose to retire from society and lead a silent and contemplative life as a hermit. He spends his days in solitude, writi ...
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This is the official podcast of Vivekananda Retreat, Ridgely in Stone Ridge, NY. The Vivekananda Retreat, Ridgely, founded in 1997, is a residential retreat dedicated to preserving and continuing the universal teachings of Swami Vivekananda. The 82 acre retreat provides opportunities to deepen one’s personal spiritual practice in a quiet and peaceful atmosphere, visit an historical location associated with the life of Swami Vivekananda, and access a living spiritual tradition established by ...
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Holy Watermelon

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Welcome to the Holy Watermelon podcast, where a Christian and an atheist talk about the weird and wonderful things that people do because of what they believe. It's a show about religious studies. Join us, Katie and Preston, as we dive into the world of comparative religion. We use humor and research to have real, challenging, and uproarious conversations about the world's religious traditions and behaviors. If you're interested in religious studies, learning about other people and cultures, ...
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In this Podcast we discuss Bhakti - the yoga of Divine Love. Its teachings are based on Sanathan Dharma or the Eternal Dharma of humanity as presented in the ancient sacred texts from India called the Vedas, written around 3000 BC. The Vedas are the origin of what is popularly known as Hinduism or Sanathan Dharma. For thousands of years, the greatest thinkers, philosophers and gurus have been ardent followers of the Vedic Wisdom. I believe that the Bhagavad Gita and the Bhagavatam, contain a ...
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This riveting podcast delves into the depths of topics that matter to Hindus across the globe, including the United States. Join me as I uncover the truth on Hinduphobia, champion Hindu Human Rights, unravel Indology, dissect Politics, and unveil the rich History of Hindus and India. In concise 5-10 minute episodes, I'll explore the essence of Dharma, focusing on the social order, ethical behavior, and the sacred duty that guides our conversations. Tune in to be informed, inspired, and empow ...
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Swamiji's podcast

Swami Jyotirmayananda

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In our day, Swami Jyotirmayananda stands as one of the most important personalities in expanding the consciousness and elevating the lives of thousands throughout the world. Through his inspiring message and great love for all, he is making a powerful impact on the world we live in.
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Greetings and a warm welcome to the Stoic Spirituality Channel! My name is Jagan, and I'm a lifelong student of the human experience, eager to share the wisdom I've gained over the years. It is my sincerest hope that you find my content enjoyable and enlightening. I aim to explore the many books I've devoured, both past and present, to offer insights and practical advice for all. Books are an invaluable source of knowledge because they represent the distilled wisdom of a lifetime of experien ...
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Witch Hunt

Josh Hutchinson and Sarah Jack

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Witch Hunt is the essential witch trials podcast for students, researchers, academics, descendants of witch trial victims, advocates, and everyone else interested in this intriguing subject. We cover the past, present, and future of witch-hunting in search of solutions that will help end witch hunts. Join us for an immersive journey through the intriguing and often misunderstood world of witch trials, both historical and contemporary. #salemwitchtrials #witchhunt #witchtrials (Formerly Thou ...
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DharmaPodcast.net - A NYC-based resource for your own unique spiritual journey. DharmaPodcast.net was created by New York City yogis and spiritual seekers to help others make sense of their own unique spiritual path. Join us as we conduct interviews with contemporary masters and explore the worlds of Yoga, Buddhism, Hinduism, Shamanism, Chinese Medicine, Martial Arts, Ayurveda, Siddha Vaidya, East-meets-West Consciousness, Human Evolution, Creativity, Spirituality in NYC and the Modern World ...
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This Podcast is about meditation & wisdom tradition. I will share passages from ancient books on spirituality intended to bring inspiration and learning to smart, wisdom-seeking experts, thought leaders, coaches, and entrepreneurs, and everyone interested in the topic. I will interview extraordinary people from all kinds of backgrounds in meditation & healing practices. It will also be about philosophers, modern physics, and last but not least, about psychedelic journeys.
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BAPS Better Living

BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha

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Inspiring joy, balance and harmony in daily life through enlightening spiritual discourses. (1) DISCOURSES: spiritual talks by learned swamis as well as experienced devotees. (2) DIALOGUES: question-answer sessions. (3) MEDITATIONS: affirmations and thoughts to help guide our own minds. (4) INSIGHTS: insightful elaborations of simple spiritual concepts in less than five minutes
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Can one be free from sorrow and inadequacy and live a life of fullness? Yes. Just like our Rishis did. How? Because you can see what they saw! You are the limitless having a limited human experience. Join me to learn this ancient flowing wisdom by which you will live a life of purpose, connection and see your oneness with all. I am Swamini B (Brahmaprajnananda) Ph. D, a happy teacher of Vedanta, writer and a Hindu monk. Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@DiscoverAtma Instagram - https://www. ...
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Jim and Betsy are souls on a spiritual journey. We started this podcast as a way to share what we experience and to help others make sense of the world, and hopefully help you further along your own journey. "There is no one path..." We are followers of Ram Dass and devotees of Hanuman and Neem Karoli Baba, we draw from Native American spirituality as well as Episcopal Christianity, Gnosticism, existentialism, Buddhism and Hinduism. By sharing our experiences we hope that others will feel mo ...
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The Spiritual Voice podcast is a show about spirituality from all walks of life, designed with the inquisitive soul in mind. While we might feature a guest or two with backgrounds in Christianity, Hinduism, Buddhism, Zen, or Taoism, from priests to psychics, these interviews don’t tread familiar ground. Our goal is to empower self-discovery and personal development by presenting useful practices, techniques, recommendations, and resources from a panoply of traditions, cultures, and sociologi ...
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This comprehensive discussion brings together experts Dr. Akanksha Madaan and Dr. Amit Anand, focusing on witch hunts, the intersection of spirituality and gender roles in societies, particularly within Hinduism, and comparisons with African contexts. Dr. Madaan, an Assistant Professor of Law with extensive study in Victimology, and Dr. Anand, also…
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In this FaithTime episode, Liz Adekunle meets Swarzy Macaly, BBC Radio 1Xtra weekend presenter, voice of BBC Sounds and campaigner for causes ranging from sustainability to the fight against racism. Swarzy opens up about how she found Jesus in the middle of a shoplifting incident, her search for belonging, and how her Christian faith helped her fin…
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The Theos Think Tank has analysed data from the British Election Survey on the correlation between religion and election voting. It indicates that religiously affiliated voters are more likely to vote on polling day than non-religious voters. Anglicans who attend church regularly are the most likely group to vote, and their choice is consistently t…
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In this next mini episode from our series of Freedom Talks, we ask the questions: How should we handle people who always misinterpret our actions in a negative connotation even though we have good intentions? What to do when we are taken advantage of by others? Can we align our goals with our guide? And if yes, how? How can an introvert handle the …
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In this episode of "Witch Hunt," we are privileged to share the expert insights of Mary Beth Norton, a distinguished historian specializing in early American history. Mary Beth shares her profound research on the impact of frontier warfare on the dynamics of the Salem Witch Trials, offering a unique perspective that centers on the accusers. Mary Be…
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Recently we saw Jordan Peterson Live at his “We who wrestle with God” tour and did an impromptu podcast giving our immediate thoughts on the event. What exactly is Jordan Petersons spirituality & he give an accurate depiction of the Bible? How does he manage to be so right yet so off kilter at the same time? Tune in to find out! You can find out mo…
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When there seems no way out of suffering, Bhagavan always appears in the most mysterious of forms to bless his devotees. We see this in the events leading to Hiranyakashipu who determined to kill his son Prahlada, challenges the very existence of God and the 4th manifestation of Vishnu appears as Bhagavan Narasimha. And how! To read the podcast tra…
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Bṛhad-bhāgavatāmṛta Part 1 Chapter 6 Text 33 athāgataṁ guru-gṛhāt tvat-prabhuṁ prati kiñcana saṅkṣepeṇaiva tad-vṛttaṁ duḥkhād akathayaṁ ku-dhīḥ TRANSLATION But I am not very intelligent. After your Lord returned from the house of His spiritual master, my sadness drove me to tell Him briefly how the Vraja-vāsīs were faring.…
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The decision by the United Methodist Church to row back on anti-gay legislation dating back 50 years came after overwhelming votes in favour at the general conference in Charlotte. But the picture that paints of a “super liberal, progressive” church with all traditionalists having left, is not accurate, according to researchers who have tested the …
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In this episode in the Hindu At Heart series, Indu Viswanathan speaks with Sneha Rao about her journey from the aviation industry to studying Hinduism, yoga, and Hinduphobia, and starting the Hindu Decoloniality group on Facebook. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Bṛhad-bhāgavatāmṛta Part 1 Chapter 6 Texts 31-32 ahaṁ śrī-vasudevena samānītā tato yadā yaśodāyā mahārtāyās tadānīntana-rodanaiḥ grāvo ’pi rodity aśaner apy antar dalati dhruvam jīvan-mṛtānām anyāsāṁ vārtāṁ ko ’pi mukhaṁ nayet TRANSLATION When Śrī Vasudeva brought me back from Gokula, the cries of the greatly distraught Yaśodā made even stones shed…
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We present a thought-provoking episode that considers the enduring legacy of witch hunts, tracing their historical roots through the Salem Witch Trials to the present day with Martha Carrier descendant and author Alice Markham-Cantor. Her personal journey and research, lead our reflection on the economic, political, and personal motivations driving…
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The Super Sleuth continues to take the wheel in this series interviewing Wess Huff on the elusive Book of Enoch for this second episode. Who were the Nephilim? What Scriptures to people assume are from the Book of Enoch? Tune in to find out! You can find out More about Wes here! Website YouTube Wess also has a new series out on YouTube that you do …
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That moment when we saw all that is here is one, The harmony that we have built in our relationships with Karma Yoga, The care and connection we feel, because of Vedanta. All of the above is thanks to someone you have n't met in person but who has helped you know and enjoy yourself and the world - Jagadguru Adi Shankacaracharya. What are his 10 key…
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What is a church? How does a religious society really differentiate itself from any other kind of society? What does it take to become a priest of the Holy Watermelon? Some people join self-help groups without realizing they've been trapped in a cult. We'll be up front about it: this is a church. How can we be a church while also being secular and …
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Bṛhad-bhāgavatāmṛta Part 1 Chapter 6 Text 28 śrī-parīkṣid uvāca tad-vākya-tattvaṁ vijñāya rohiṇī sāsram abravīt cira-gokula-vāsena tatratya-jana-sammatā TRANSLATION Śrī Parīkṣit said: Because Rohiṇī had long lived in Gokula, its residents held her in high regard. She knew the inner meaning of Uddhava’s words. So with tears in her eyes, she decided …
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Bṛhad-bhāgavatāmṛta Part 1 Chapter 6 Text 25 tata eva hi kṛṣṇasya tat-prasādasya cādbhutā tat-premṇo ’pi mayā jñātā mādhurī tadvatāṁ tathā TRANSLATION Since then I have understood the amazing sweetness of Kṛṣṇa’s mercy, of love for Him, and of those who possess that love.
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-Cultish is proud to partner with beEmboldened, a nonprofit dedicated to finding freedom from spiritual abuse. Check out their new bE Plus membership at beemboldened.com/membership and use code: Cultish50 at checkout for 50% off your first month's subscription. -We cannot continue without your support! If you want to partner with us while getting e…
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Many of us probably have probably at some point felt we have/had a reactive personality, we felt distracted, or dull. How can one develop a calmness of body (dama), quietude of mind (sama), and understanding (uparama) so that one can have a more balanced inner world? On this season of Live Vedanta, entitled Stairway to Serenity, we'll be exploring …
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Jeeva, a 45-year-old, believes that many key people are to be blamed for his life turning out the way it did. He goes tocourt, hurling accusations at his parents, friends, partner, CEO of his company, and social media. The judge listens to all the witnesses and contributorsto Jeeva's life and pronounces the verdict while giving many life lessons. T…
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In this episode we speak with Shawn Binda, creator of the Hindu Lifestyle YouTube channel. We discuss his inspiration for starting the channel, his take on contemporary Hindu issues from his Indo-Caribbean Canadian perspective, and much more. Watch: Hindu Lifestyle Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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The decision by the High Court to back the ban on prayer rituals at the Michaela School in North London has provoked a wide discussion on the place of religion in schools and what it means to live in a multicultural society. In this Religion Media Centre briefing, we hear from a lawyer who says the judgment is surprising and is concerned it may be …
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Bṛhad-bhāgavatāmṛta Part 1 Chapter 6 Texts 19-21 śrī-parīkṣid uvāca uddhavo ’tyanta-sambhrānto drutam utthāya tat-padau nidhāyāṅke samāliṅgya tasyābhipretya hṛd-gatam hṛt-prāpta-bhagavat-tat-tat- prasāda-bhara-bhāg-janaḥ tadīya-prema-sampatti- vibhava-smṛti-yantritaḥ rodanair vivaśo dīno yatnād dhairyaṁ śrito munim avadhāpyāha mātsaryāt sāttvikāt p…
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What defines the concept of grand strategy and its significance? How does adopting a bird's-eye view contribute to effective decision-making and long-term planning? What stoic principles are integral for cultivating a strategic, higher perspective? In this episode, we delve into the multifaceted concept of grand strategy and its pivotal role in ach…
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This episode features a comprehensive discussion on superstitions and their impact on child rights in India, specifically focusing on the harmful ritual of Pillai Thookkam. The guests, Naveen Suresh, a PhD researcher on anti-superstition law in India, and Dr. Samantha Spence, an expert in human rights law, dive into the legal, cultural, and psychol…
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In this episode, author and broadcaster Simon Mundie moderates a delightful conversation with Rupert and Francis Lucille. They discuss a wide range of topics including non-duality, its implications, the similarities and differences between Rupert’s and Francis’s approach, and how their relationship evolved from one of student and teacher to one bas…
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In this episode, Pastor Wade Orsini and the Super Sleuth of Apologia Church Utah continue their interview with Ross Anderson. Ross Anderson has been a Pastor in Utah for decades and he recently co-authored a book called, "Responding to the Mormon Missionary Message," which details the recent changes made to the "Preach my Gospel: handbook that the …
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We all feel we can create joy but that only leads to disappointment. When we have guidance in our lives we realize that joy cannot be created. How can one go from acting (karma), to depending (bhakti), to having insight (jnana), to prioritizing (viveka) to independence (vairagya)? How does one step lead to the next on this journey to joy? On this s…
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Composed by Jagadguru Adi Shankararachya, Hanumat Pancharatnam is a stotram of five gems in praise of Hanuman, the greatest bhakta/devotee of Bhagavan Rama. Hanuman has become the beloved of all due to his unparalleled courage, power and devotion. When one prays to him, he is very quick to respond, especially as he still roams the earth as one of t…
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Why are there no bear ghosts? Nearly all the ghosts in the world seem to come from a specific period of time, long before any of us were born. There is a universal obsession with death, so we're going to explore death from the perspective of those left behind. (Traditions about what lays beyond will be the subject of another episode.) We talk about…
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Bṛhad-bhāgavatāmṛta Part 1 Chapter 6 Text 10 utthāya yatnād ānīya svāsthyaṁ nītvā kṣaṇena tam premāśru-klinna-vadanaṁ prakṣālyāhuḥ śanair laghu TRANSLATION Standing up, they brought him carefully to where they had been sitting. They took a moment to restore him to a condition closer to normal and wiped dry his face, wet with tears of love. Then the…
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Embark with us on a profound exploration of the essence of our being with our esteemed guest, Neil Bakshi. As a spiritual practitioner, Neil brings a wealth of Eastern wisdom to our discussion, providing a mosaic of insights that range from the philosophies of ancient masters to the nuances of consciousness in our everyday lives. Throughout the epi…
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