Welcome to the Heart Centered Revolution podcast! We are Jen and Ramtin Pourvasei, and we aim to uplift and inspire you by sharing wisdom and techniques from Kudnalini Yoga and other consciousness practices. Listen to learn tools to feel connected to your true self, and to understand what it means to be a spiritual being having a human experience. Each episode ends with a short pranayam, or breathing meditation. Learn more at www.heartcenteredrevolution.com.
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Welcome to the Heart Centered Revolution podcast! We aim to uplift and inspire you by sharing wisdom and techniques from Kundalini Yoga. You will learn tools to feel connected to your true self, and to understand deeply what it means to be a spiritual being having a human experience. Learn more at www.heartcenteredrevolution.com/podcast.
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A women-led podcast that spotlights the voices of workers, immigrants, and communities of color. Produced by Veena Hampapur and Saba Waheed.
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Re:Work and the IRLE Present "Changing Lives, Changing L.A."
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In partnership with the UCLA Institute for Research on Labor and Employment (IRLE), Re:Work presents “Changing Lives, Changing L.A.,” a play created from transcripts from the UNITE HERE Local 11 Oral History Project and originally performed before a live audience at Loyola Marymount University and UCLA.Portrayed by professional actors, four members…
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Civil rights icon, Reverend James Lawson Jr., shares his recollections of the 1960s and working closely with Martin Luther King Jr.Reverend Lawson presents the nonviolent movement in America as the "nuclear engine" of the mid-20th century civil rights movement, and as a strategic series of organizing campaigns for racial and economic justice.This i…
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Becoming a Mindful Achiever with Aryana Rollins - 056
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Sat Nam, Unlock the secrets of manifestation with our special guest, Aryana Rollins, a manifestation teacher and author. This episode shares Aryana's unique five-stage approach to manifestation, but also offer a fresh perspective on how to align your thoughts, feelings, and actions with your desires. We also discuss Aryana's writing process for her…
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Becoming a Mindful Achiever with Aryana Rollins - 056
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Sat Nam, Unlock the secrets of manifestation with our special guest, Aryana Rollins, a manifestation teacher and author. This episode shares Aryana's unique five-stage approach to manifestation, but also offer a fresh perspective on how to align your thoughts, feelings, and actions with your desires. We also discuss Aryana's writing process for her…
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Re:Work presents "Is work-life balance a privilege for Latinos?" (from the Pulso Podcast)
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We’re closing out the year with an episode from our friends at the Pulso Podcast:Latinos work hard. But is our "work hard" attitude too closely connected to our sense of self-worth? The Pulso Podcast brings you the untold stories & unheard voices that make up our history, our culture, nuestra gente. For Latinos, by LatinosThis episode was produced …
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This fall, California’s fast food workers won a historic victory when Governor Newsom signed AB 1228, which ensures the creation of a fast-food industry council with the ability to determine wages and industry standards, and which, importantly, includes worker voices. The bill also means that by next spring, the minimum wage for California’s fast-f…
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Embracing the Characteristics of the Mind - 055
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Sat Nam, Ever pondered the vast capabilities and intricate mysteries of your mind? Perhaps you've felt overwhelmed by the chaos and confusion it can sometimes bring? Join us as we unravel the workings of the human mind and guide you towards a more heart-centered, consciousness-driven life. We'll delve into how our brain functions as a lens, interpr…
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Embracing the Characteristics of the Mind - 055
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Sat Nam, Ever pondered the vast capabilities and intricate mysteries of your mind? Perhaps you've felt overwhelmed by the chaos and confusion it can sometimes bring? Join us as we unravel the workings of the human mind and guide you towards a more heart-centered, consciousness-driven life. We'll delve into how our brain functions as a lens, interpr…
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Transcendental Gratitude: Indigenous Wisdom from Braiding Sweetgrass - 054
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This episode unravels the transformative practice of expressing thanks to the natural world, as inspired by Robin Wall Kimmerer's book Braiding Sweetgrass. Our conversation is not just about gratitude; it’s about embracing a way of life that centers the heart and connects us to the present moment. To further deepen our exploration, we incorporate t…
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Transcendental Gratitude: Indigenous Wisdom from Braiding Sweetgrass - 054
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This episode unravels the transformative practice of expressing thanks to the natural world, as inspired by Robin Wall Kimmerer's book Braiding Sweetgrass. Our conversation is not just about gratitude; it’s about embracing a way of life that centers the heart and connects us to the present moment. To further deepen our exploration, we incorporate t…
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Re:Work presents "Delivering Community" (from Feet In 2 Worlds: A Better Life?)
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We've partnered with Feet in 2 Worlds: A Better Life? and are excited to share an episode from their show!A Better Life? Producer Oscar Durand tells the story of Cesar, a delivery worker from Mexico who found a cause and a community while organizing his fellow delivery workers in New York. We also speak with Hildalyn Colón Hernández from Los Delive…
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Sat Nam, Listen in as we unravel the relationship between habits and discipline, explaining how these behavioral patterns are hardwired into our lives. We share how how the subconscious mind plays a pivotal role in forming habits, and how discipline requires a conscious effort to make a change. You'll gain insights into how both positive and negati…
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Sat Nam, Listen in as we unravel the relationship between habits and discipline, explaining how these behavioral patterns are hardwired into our lives. We share how how the subconscious mind plays a pivotal role in forming habits, and how discipline requires a conscious effort to make a change. You'll gain insights into how both positive and negati…
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Practical and Spiritual Benefits of Mindfulness - 051
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Oooops! I just realized this episode never went out on 8/12, so here it is now.... Have you ever found yourself lost in the hustle and bustle of daily life, forgetting to take a moment to just breathe? We've all been there, and it's in those moments that the power of mindfulness can truly transform your life. Join us on this heart-centered journey …
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Practical and Spiritual Benefits of Mindfulness - 051
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Oooops! I just realized this episode never went out on 8/12, so here it is now.... Have you ever found yourself lost in the hustle and bustle of daily life, forgetting to take a moment to just breathe? We've all been there, and it's in those moments that the power of mindfulness can truly transform your life. Join us on this heart-centered journey …
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Are you caught in the whirlwind of overthinking, feeling trapped in your own mind? This episode might be what you need. We're delving deep into the pattern of overthinking, from a yogic and hypnotherapy perspective. Discover how your subconscious mind plays a critical role in this habit and how simple techniques can help you switch from fear-based …
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Are you caught in the whirlwind of overthinking, feeling trapped in your own mind? This episode might be what you need. We're delving deep into the pattern of overthinking, from a yogic and hypnotherapy perspective. Discover how your subconscious mind plays a critical role in this habit and how simple techniques can help you switch from fear-based …
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Harnessing Life's Challenges with guru Singh - 050
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Sat Nam! Listen in as we unpack some powerful wisdom from one of our favorite teachers, Guru Singh. Drawing from his enlightening book, Levity, we share insights on the art of finding miracles in life's challenging moments. Click here to buy Guru Singh's book Levity. Click here to learn more about Guru Singh's online community, 13 Moons. As a bonus…
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Harnessing Life's Challenges with guru Singh - 050
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Sat Nam! Listen in as we unpack some powerful wisdom from one of our favorite teachers, Guru Singh. Drawing from his enlightening book, Levity, we share insights on the art of finding miracles in life's challenging moments. Click here to buy Guru Singh's book Levity. Click here to learn more about Guru Singh's online community, 13 Moons. As a bonus…
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Join us, Jen and Ramtin, on a transformative journey as we explore the power and history of the Mool Mantra, a beloved chant in Kundalini Yoga. Hear about Guru Nanak's divine encounter by the river that led to the creation of this mantra and its profound impact on our personal journey. At the end of the episode, we share one of the pranayama we sha…
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Join us, Jen and Ramtin, on a transformative journey as we explore the power and history of the Mool Mantra, a beloved chant in Kundalini Yoga. Hear about Guru Nanak's divine encounter by the river that led to the creation of this mantra and its profound impact on our personal journey. At the end of the episode, we share one of the pranayama we sha…
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Re:Work presents "Who Gets To Be a Citizen of the United States (with Ramtin Arablouei)"
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We've partnered with Immigrantly and are excited to share an episode from their show!Immigrantly is a weekly podcast hosted by rights activist and social entrepreneur Saadia Khan that bears witness to the extraordinariness of the immigrant experienceToday we have a fellow podcaster in our midst. Ramtin Arablouei is the co-host and co-producer of NP…
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When we think about college, there’s a certain whimsical image, a time of self discovery and carefree fun before you step out into the “real” world. But now, with the rising costs of education and living expenses, most students work, and work a lot.In this episode of Re:Work, Adolfo González shares his decades long journey to provide for his family…
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We often refer to birth as miraculous, and it can also seem mysterious. Many times there is a veiling around birth and labor, and the types of work mothers and birthworkers do to bring new life into this world. In this episode, Allegra Hill shares birth stories from her family and how her personal journey led her into the world of birthwork.It is p…
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Despite a long tradition of midwifery in the Black community, which predates the founding of the United States, less than 2% of midwives today are Black. In this episode we share the story of Kim Durdin, who found her calling in reclaiming midwifery and birthwork.It is part one of two episodes where we bring you the stories of Black midwives in Los…
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In 2020, India suddenly went into a national lockdown without advance planning or adequate government support, which led to a humanitarian crisis in addition to the COVID-19 public health emergency. Millions of jobs disappeared and hunger was a serious issue. Tens of millions of migrant workers struggled to get home — often on foot — and many died …
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Civil rights icon, Reverend James Lawson Jr., shares his recollections of the 1960s and working closely with Martin Luther King Jr.Reverend Lawson presents the nonviolent movement in America as the "nuclear engine" of the mid-20th century civil rights movement, and as a strategic series of organizing campaigns for racial and economic justice.This i…
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“The Tractor Princess” draws on excerpts from an oral history interview that is a part of a community archive and research initiative called Watsonville is in the Heart, which highlights the stories of Filipino families from the greater Pajaro Valley region in California. In this episode of Re:Work, Antoinette Yvonne DeOcampo-Lechtenberg paints a p…
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On Dec. 11, 2021, the UCLA Labor Center’s historic MacArthur Park building was officially named the UCLA James Lawson Jr. Worker Justice Center, in honor of a civil and worker rights icon who has been teaching at UCLA for the last 2 decades.In this episode of Re:Work, 93-year-old Rev. Lawson shares stories from his youth, and how he came to discove…
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Sat Nam, Revolutionaries, In this episode Jen explains the different uses of the word ‘sadhana,’ which can get confusing because the one word means 3 different types of daily spiritual practices. Jen also shares her experiences with each type of sadhana, and encourages you to commit to a sadhana that is a good fit for your spiritual journey and lif…
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Sat Nam, Revolutionaries, In this episode Jen explains the different uses of the word ‘sadhana,’ which can get confusing because the one word means 3 different types of daily spiritual practices. Jen also shares her experiences with each type of sadhana, and encourages you to commit to a sadhana that is a good fit for your spiritual journey and lif…
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Heart Centered Revolution, Explained - 047
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Sat Nam, Revolutionaries In this episode Ramtin and I share the inspiration and mission for Heart Centered Revolution, we explain what ‘Heart Centered Revolution’ means to us. We also share a few non-yoga stories about ourselves, and I guide you through one of the most common pranayams practiced in Kundalini Yoga: Breath of Fire. In the episode I t…
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Heart Centered Revolution, Explained - 047
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Sat Nam, Revolutionaries In this episode Ramtin and I share the inspiration and mission for Heart Centered Revolution, we explain what ‘Heart Centered Revolution’ means to us. We also share a few non-yoga stories about ourselves, and I guide you through one of the most common pranayams practiced in Kundalini Yoga: Breath of Fire. In the episode I t…
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10 Values of the Aquarian Age (Part III) - 046
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Sat Nam, This episode covers the last 3 of the 10 Values of the Aquarian Age. (This is Part 3 of a 3-part series, to listen to the earlier parts check out episodes 38 and 42). At the end of this episode, I lead you through Sitkari Praynam, known for its cleansing effects and ability to boost glandular function. Here are all 10 values of the aquaria…
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10 Values of the Aquarian Age (Part III) - 046
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Sat Nam, This episode covers the last 3 of the 10 Values of the Aquarian Age. (This is Part 3 of a 3-part series, to listen to the earlier parts check out episodes 38 and 42). At the end of this episode, I lead you through Sitkari Praynam, known for its cleansing effects and ability to boost glandular function. Here are all 10 values of the aquaria…
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The Magic and Meaning of Ek Ong Kaar - 045
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Sat Nam, In this episode, we break down the meaning and impact of chanting the mantra Ek Ong Kar, three little words that encapsulate what all yoga practices are trying to accomplish. At the end we have a special pranayam, you’ll have to listen to see what it is! If you want to learn more about Kundalini Yoga, or deepen your practice, we invite you…
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The Magic and Meaning of Ek Ong Kaar - 045
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Sat Nam, In this episode, we break down the meaning and impact of chanting the mantra Ek Ong Kar, three little words that encapsulate what all yoga practices are trying to accomplish. At the end we have a special pranayam, you’ll have to listen to see what it is! If you want to learn more about Kundalini Yoga, or deepen your practice, we invite you…
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Sat Nam! In this episode, Jen talks about Seva (selfless service), and how it is practiced in a yogic setting. Jen also shares a personal interpretation of Seva, and how it played a part of her healing journey. At the end of the episode, Jen leads you through a pranayam that is fun to do, and helps calm and soothe your nervous system - you won’t wa…
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Sat Nam! In this episode, Jen talks about Seva (selfless service), and how it is practiced in a yogic setting. Jen also shares a personal interpretation of Seva, and how it played a part of her healing journey. At the end of the episode, Jen leads you through a pranayam that is fun to do, and helps calm and soothe your nervous system - you won’t wa…
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10 Values of the Aquarian Age: Part II - 043
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Sat Nam! In this episode, Jen & Ramtin break down 3 values of the aquarian age. This is part 2 of a 3 part series (first part is episode 38). We discuss how current times are increasing pressure, and how we can deal with the stressors. At the end of the episode Jen leads you through a powerful pranayam practice that helps open the throat chakra, an…
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Sat Nam! In this episode, Jen & Ramtin break down 3 values of the aquarian age. This is part 2 of a 3 part series (first part is episode 38). We discuss how current times are increasing pressure, and how we can deal with the stressors. At the end of the episode Jen leads you through a powerful pranayam practice that helps open the throat chakra, an…
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Welcome back! In our first new episode in over a year, Jen & Ramtin talk about how their practice and lives have changed over the past couple of years, and what’s next for the Heart Centered Revolution podcast. We talk about how the gaps in our regular spiritual practice is a great opportunity for growth, and we share an inspiring clip from our bel…
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Welcome back! In our first new episode in over a year, Jen & Ramtin talk about how their practice and lives have changed over the past couple of years, and what’s next for the Heart Centered Revolution podcast. We talk about how the gaps in our regular spiritual practice is a great opportunity for growth, and we share an inspiring clip from our bel…
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There’s a tendency to associate fast-food with American nostalgia, which can shield issues in the franchise structure ranging from wage theft to violence and safety concerns. Most recently, fast-food workers have been at higher risk of contracting COVID-19 in their public facing jobs, in addition to confronting difficult work conditions that became…
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Re:Work presents "Hunger Strike!" (from Self Evident and AZI Media)
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We’ve partnered with Self Evident, and are excited to share an episode from their show! Self Evident is a podcast focused on the full range of Asian American perspectives, which are too often erased from the national discourse. This episode is a collaboration between Self Evident and AZI Media, and is part of a project called “Advancing Democracy” …
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Civil rights icon, Reverend James Lawson Jr., shares his recollections of the 1960s and working closely with Martin Luther King Jr. Reverend Lawson presents the nonviolent movement in America as the "nuclear engine" of the mid-20th century civil rights movement, and as a strategic series of organizing campaigns for racial and economic justice. This…
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On Dec. 11, 2021, the UCLA Labor Center’s historic MacArthur Park building was officially named the UCLA James Lawson Jr. Worker Justice Center, in honor of a civil and worker rights icon who has been teaching at UCLA for the last 2 decades.In this episode of Re:Work, 93-year-old Rev. Lawson shares stories from his youth, and how he came to discove…
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Episode 29: Re:Work presents "Hello, Freedom Man" (from Self-Evident)
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We’ve partnered with Self Evident, and are excited to share an episode from their show! Self Evident is a podcast focused on the full range of Asian American perspectives, which are too often erased from the national discourse. In this episode, a daughter of Vietnamese refugees seeks out Southeast Asian Americans with criminal convictions who are a…
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In 2020, India suddenly went into a national lockdown without advance planning or adequate government support, which led to a humanitarian crisis in addition to the COVID-19 public health emergency. Millions of jobs disappeared and hunger was a serious issue. Tens of millions of migrant workers struggled to get home — often on foot — and many died …
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We often refer to birth as miraculous, and it can also seem mysterious. Many times there is a veiling around birth and labor, and the types of work mothers and birthworkers do to bring new life into this world. In this episode, Allegra Hill shares birth stories from her family and how her personal journey led her into the world of birthwork. It is …
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