Best Sunny Sharma Podcasts (2024)

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Dr. King's 1963 Letter from a Birmingham Jail: Do we need organized religion? w/Abhishek Kasid (Vinni), Ranjan Wali (Tinku), and Sunny Sharma 37:35

5d ago37:35

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Join Sunny Sharma with his elder, insightful, and informative cousins in a discussion around some of the themes highlighted by Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King's most famous piece of writing from 1963 called Letter from a Birmingham Jail. We discuss such ideas as the need to break unjust laws in a society, moral authority to confront societal despot…

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The Great Liberator Abraham Lincoln 1809-1865 Part 1 of 5: Introduction 6:23

9d ago6:23

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Tune in to part 1 of a 5 part series I will be making on the significance of the legacy of Abraham Lincoln the 16th president of the United States who united America during its Civil War, emancipated the slaves, and gave meaning, more so than any American (or even world leader) to America's experiment in self government and humanitarianism. I rely …

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The Legacy of Malcolm X 8:43

28d ago8:43

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In this podcast I briefly describe the legacy of Malcolm X. "Standing up and telling the truth can warp reality." Malcolm X was the best example of the above statement as he changed the minds and perspectives of millions of people during his lifetime and after his death.By Sunny Sharma

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The Revolutionary Bhagat Singh 1907-1931 (The Embodiment of India’s Greatest Generation) 12:29

29d ago12:29

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The revolutionary Bhagat Singh who lived from 1907 to 1931 was executed by the British for throwing a bomb in Parliament at the age of 23. He was indeed the greatest revolutionary of the Indian Indenpedence movement, likened as the Che Guevara of India. Like Che he was a student of class revolutions and Marxism and use these principles to not only …

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78th Anniversary of Indian Independence August 15, 2024: The Founding Fathers of India (Lost Generation) 13:02

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In honor of Indian Independence Day August 15, 2024. Tune in to hear about the founding fathers of India (lost generation) that set the constitutional and institutional foundation for India. These men and women set the foundation for future generations yearning for democratic aspirations and maintaining the pillars of democracy in their society. Th…

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I've lost my job and Spirituality is my Savior 17:53

30d ago17:53

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of The Bearded Mystic Podcast, host Rahul N Singh shares his personal experience of facing job loss and how he used spiritual teachings, especially from the Bhagavad Gita, to navigate through the emotional and mental challenges. Reflecting on feelings of unworthiness, fear, and failure, Rahul emphasizes the i…

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Exploring the Depths of True Yoga Beyond Asanas 29:19

2M ago29:19

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of The Bearded Mystic Podcast, host Rahul N Singh delves into the profound philosophy of yoga beyond the physical postures (asanas). He discusses the true meaning of yoga, which is to be in union with formless awareness or Brahman. Rahul explains key concepts from the Upanishads, including the yamas (ethical …

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“We need the Constitution to come alive.” The Main Nonviolent and Civil Rights Icon Tactician Reverend James Lawson’s Final Message in Reference to the Architect of the US Constitution James Madison’s ... 38:01

3M ago38:01

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Please enjoy this Part 2 discussion and continuation of the previous podcast with Sunny Sharma and his two elder cousins Abhishek Kasid (Vinni) and Ranjan Wali (Tinku). I further delve into the ideas of James Madison so as to understand what James Lawson meant by bringing the Constitution to life.By Sunny Sharma

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“We need the Constitution to come alive.” The Main Nonviolent and Civil Rights Icon Tactician Reverend James Lawson’s Final Message in Reference to the Architect of the US Constitution James Madison’s ... 33:25

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Please enjoy this discussion between Sunny Sharma and his two elder cousins Abhishek Kasid (Vinni) and Ranjan Wali (Tinku). This podcast was in honor of the main nonviolent and Civil Rights tactician Reverend James Lawson who passed away this year June 9 at the age of 95. James Lawson final message to the world was "We need the Constitution to come…

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The Legacy of the 44th President of United States Barack Obama 8:34

3M ago8:34

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In this podcast, I discuss why the global citizen, constitutional expert, humanitarian, egalitarian, and social reformer President Barack Obama is perhaps the most consequential president of the modern era.By Sunny Sharma

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The Mirage of Enlightenment: Separating Truth from Illusion 36:01

3M ago36:01

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Send us a Text Message. Understanding Enlightenment in the Spiritual Marketplace This episode delves into the confusing and often contradictory definitions of enlightenment encountered in the spiritual marketplace. It critically examines various perspectives on enlightenment, including sudden self-realization, achievements from psychedelic experien…

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India Election 2024: Meaning and Ramifications Part 2 38:02

3M ago38:02

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The discussion is between Sunny Sharma and his elder cousins Vinni (Abhishek Kasid) and Tinku (Ranjan Wali). This is a continuation of the previous podcast concerning the Indian election of 2024. The India election took place through 7 phases of voting in different regions respectively in india lasting from April 19, 2025 to June 1, 2024. How impor…

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India Election 2024: Meaning and Ramifications Part 1 32:29

3M ago32:29

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The discussion is between Sunny Sharma and his elder cousins Vinni (Abhishek Kasid) and Tinku (Ranjan Wali). The India election took place through 7 phases of voting in different regions respectively in india lasting from April 19, 2025 to June 1, 2024. Is the fact that the BJP won the election but reduced its seat number to 240 a sign of a referen…

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Advaita Vedanta Simplified 32:57

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Send us a Text Message. Exploring Advaita Vedanta: Understanding Non-Duality In this episode of The Bearded Mystic Podcast, host Rahul N Singh introduces the philosophy of Advaita Vedanta, a prominent school within Hinduism. He explains its core concepts, including the nature of Brahman, Atman, and Maya, and their implications for spiritual practic…

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Unveiling the Mysteries of Oneness with Neil Bakshi: A Journey through Eastern Wisdom and Spiritual Realization 1:19:08

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Send us a Text Message. 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 l…

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The Bearded Mystic's Oneness Conversations with Stay Spiritual 1:29:22

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Send us a Text Message. This comprehensive discussion weaves personal narratives, philosophical insights, and practical advice on integrating spirituality into every aspect of life. James and Justin from the @stayspiritual YouTube channel, along with Rahul, delve into the origins of spiritual journeys, highlighting the influence of personal challen…

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The 44th President of the United States of America Barack Obama: Social Reformer without Societal Help 9:07

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Whether it was on the Selma bridge, in Cairo, the stadiums of South Africa, the legislative chambers of England and India, or the executive halls of America, President Obama strove to reshape the mores of a globalized society away from separation, extremism, oppression, and bigotry towards a politic that stood for not only human rights, but also an…

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The French Revolution: A Revolution by and for the People that gave birth to the Declaration of the Rights of Man and Citizen in 1789, a True Explosion of Hope 6:27

6M ago6:27

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March 31 theme: Social Democracy (Liberty, Equality, and Fraternity) I have released five podcasts on March 31. The primary theme of these podcasts are the legacy of the French Revolution, and more specifically, the Buddha. Whether it was the first law minister of India Babasaheb Ambedkar, France grassroots reform from the left Jacobins, President …

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Insightful quotes from the Enlightenment Era (Age of Reason) and Great Men 11:33

6M ago11:33

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Quotation Themes: Primary themes: Truth, risk, liberty and justice, morality, personal responsibility, conscience. Secondary themes: Fragility of democracy, reputation/legacy, service, demanding rights, tyranny, duty and patriotism, societal and common welfare, fundamental rights, legality, reform, individual and collective agency or action, and co…

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Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar: The Founding Father of India who we must find again 10:32

6M ago10:32

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Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar, born in 1891 and died in 1956, was indeed a unique visionary who combined practical advocacy with his education as a Ph.D. in economics and his training as a lawyer. He tested his principals in the fiery chasm of social and political liberty in India through the development of political parties and the testing of his academi…

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Malcolm X: Radical intelligence in the face of Extreme Oppression 6:30

6M ago6:30

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Malcolm X not only reimagined the place of black people in America and around the globe, but he also told the truth about the political mechanisms and techniques in society that denigrated the poor and working class.By Sunny Sharma

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Radical Social Democracy Part 2: Government and The People w/Abhishek Kasid (Vinni), Ranjan Wali (Tinku), and Sunny Sharma 38:54

6M ago38:54

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Reform precedes revolution and in the words of John Adams the only true revolution is that which occurs in the minds of the people. Similarly in the words of the first prime minister of India Jawaharlal Nehru, just as revolution occurs in the mind so does peace as demonstrated by his declaration that, “Peace is not a relationship of nations. It is …

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Building a Global Anti-War Grassroots Movement in our Backyard: Anti Regime Change Wars and Nuclear Disarming 4:08

6M ago4:08

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Just like America served as an example to the world in 1776, America again must be a beacon of hope showing their ability to reform themselves in line with the greater visions of their society. More importantly, we need an antiwar grassroots party and movement to counteract an ever increasingly dangerous world where war becomes more hazardous every…

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The Bearded Mystic's Oneness Conversations with Swami Sarvapriyananda Ji 1:07:47

6M ago1:07:47

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Send us a Text Message. Exploring Advaita Vedanta and The Journey to Self-Realization with Swami Sarvapriyananda In this detailed conversation on 'The Bearded Mystic's Oneness Conversations', Rahul hosts Swami Sarvapriyananda, a renowned teacher of Advaita Vedanta and the spiritual leader of the Vedanta Society of New York. Swami Sarvapriyananda di…

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Radical Social Democracy Part 1 with Abhishek Kasid (Vinni), Ranjan Wali (Tinku), and Sunny Sharma 36:44

6M ago36:44

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In this podcast, we discuss what Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar, the Dalit (untouchable), illustrious writer of the India Constitution in 1950, lawyer, anthropologist, economist, and political human rights defender, meant by radical social democracy which has its origins from first and foremost Buddhism and secondarily from the Enlightenment era specifical…

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Bearded Mystic Reacts | Hindu Dissects the 'Vedic' Jay Shetty Expose | Jay Shetty 1:14:05

6M ago1:14:05

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Send us a Text Message. This episode of 'The Bearded Mystic Reacts' delves into the controversy surrounding Jay Shetty, a former Hindu monk turned self-help guru. The host reviews an article examining Shetty's claims to spiritual authority, his transition from monkhood to a lifestyle of influence and alleged wealth accumulation, and the authenticit…

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Why Mahatma Gandhi was so radical as seen through his time spent in South Africa? Part 2 8:12

7M ago8:12

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Mahatma Gandhi was not just a peacemaker, he was a trouble maker. Initially, it was his talents as a social reformer through community organizing and law, not his occupation as a saint that built his career as one of the pillars of the Indian community in Natal, South Africa. He fought a paper war through petitions and new correspondence to highlig…

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Why Mahatma Gandhi was so radical as seen through his vegetarian advocacy? Part 1 10:30

7M ago10:30

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In this video I expound upon some insights and quotes from the book Gandhi before India by Ramachandra Guha from Chapter 2: Among the Vegetarians. I discuss why Gandhi carried the ethos of India, was so radical even in his twenties, and was such a radically intelligent social reformer as seen through his early community organizing, job as lawyer, a…

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Cages and Granola Bars: Thoughts on Immigration and the Separation of Families July 6, 2018 6:16

7M ago6:16

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The immigration system has become so entangled with the criminal justice justice system to the point that detainment of families is leading to separation of children from parents. We have a long legacy of our systems of legality and enforcement evolving into greater and more extensive systems of control that no single individual could have predicte…

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Georges Bernanos Plea for Liberty Summary and Examination December 23, 2021 11:35

7M ago11:35

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Plea for Liberty was published in 1944 during World War II. In this book, Bernanos makes a scathing criticism of the French bourgeoisie and hopes that free man and women will save Europe and open the door to childhood as he had done throughout his life. Bernanos famously said, "The modern state only recognizes rights, it no longer recognizes duty."…

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Why you should read Georges Bernanos's political thought: Spirit Voice February 20, 2018 4:00

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Georges Bernanos voice represented the conscience and spirit of France's coinciding spirit of liberty. As demonstrated by his Christian fiction and political thoughts, Bernanos is certainly one of the greatest writers in human history. He was not just a man of rights, but more importantly was a man of responsibility, duty, and love. Bernanos questi…

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Thoughts on education in reference to John Stuart Mill July 22, 2018 8:56

7M ago8:56

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John Stuart Mill had a mental crisis in his 20s in which he began to question his lifestyle and unique utilitarian education that was predicated on his father's teachings. The ideas of Reason, logic, and efficiency divorced him from the ideas of beauty, aesthetics, and poetry. He came to the conclusion that the pleasure pain principle of utilitaria…

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The Legacy of Malcolm X Part 2 with Ranjan Wali (Tinku) and Sunny Sharma 39:27

7M ago39:27

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As Malcolm X evolved throughout his entire life, he stood for self reliance, black nationalism, dignity, and equality for all human beings. Malcolm X knew the power of solidarity through an international coalition to defeat the evils of imperialism which underlined racist institutions throughout the world. He sought to bridge the psychological gap …

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Vive la liberte: Georges Bernanos political thoughts and ideas May 5, 2018 8:31

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Lived from 1888-1948 Christian Writer, Political Agitator, Whistleblower, WWI Soldier, and Human rights defender The French Catholic Novelist and Thinker Georges Bernanos was not just a free man, but he was indeed a man of the people, the greatest representation of France's coinciding spirit of liberty. For Bernanos, writing was indeed a transforma…

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Georges Bernanos: Politics, imagination, and responsibility June 29, 2018 4:23

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Georges Bernanos, like President Barack Obama, has helped me to understand my responsibility, place as a citizen in America and the power of individual agency to transforming our society. Yet, if I strive to be a social reformer, I can indeed heed the words of Bernanos's writing, but I must understand that Bernanos in no way lays out the blue print…

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Bearded Mystic Reacts | Gaur Gopal Das: Monk Explains Bhagawad Gita In 7 Minutes | Beerbiceps | The Ranveer Show 21:03

7M ago21:03

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, the host reacts to a video from 'The Ranveer Show' featuring Gaur Gopal Dasji, a prominent monk. The focus of the reaction is a discussion on the Bhagavad Gita, a crucial spiritual text in Hinduism. The host critiques the simplification of the Gita in the video and addresses key philosophical differences, pa…

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The Legacy of Malcolm X Part 1 with Ranjan Wali (Tinku) and Sunny Sharma 38:37

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In this podcast, Sunny and Tinku discuss the impact and legacy of one of the greatest intellectuals of common sense, self determination, equality, dignity, and self respect in the 20th century Malcolm X. Malcolm X through the power of persuasion and oratory built the nation of Islam and was at the pinnacle of forming an international coalition of A…

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The Bearded Mystic's Oneness Conversations with Sunny Sharma 1:11:20

7M ago1:11:20

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Send us a Text Message. Sunny Sharma: The Intersection of Devotion and Self-Inquiry In this engaging conversation between the host and Sunny Sharma, a popular figure in the YouTube spiritual community, a variety of topics are discussed. Sunny shares his journey from a self-help focused path toward the teachings of non-duality, explaining how his pa…

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Accountability, Transparency, and Trust For All People in India with Ranjan Wali (Tinku) and Sunny Sharma 37:49

7M ago37:49

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I continue my discussion with my cousin Tinku on the need for Awareness of Rights, Accountability, Transparency, and Basic necessities for the common man in India. We also discuss the problem of rampant inequality in India and continue our discussion on the need for a new generation of social reformers in our society like Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar and…

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Civil Disobedience in India with Ranjan Wali (Tinku) and Sunny Sharma 38:19

7M ago38:19

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Countries such as India and America have a long tradition of Civil Disobedience. This is the primary tool to enact public policy reform and social change in society when complemented by legislative action, judicial reform, and executive decision making. From Henry David Thoreau to Eugene Debs to those group of exceptional leaders led by Mahatma Gan…

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Who is Saint Mother Teresa of Calcutta? 11:21

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Saint Mother Teresa of Calcutta Lived: August 27, 1910—September 5, 1997 (aged 87) Career: Catholic nun, humanitarian Mother Teresa was one of the great servants of humanity. “It was a call within my vocation. It was a second calling. It was a vocation to give up even Loreto where I was very happy and to go out into the streets to serve the poorest…

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Hindu Reacts to Sufi Muslim Imam speaking at BAPS! 12:58

7M ago12:58

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Send us a Text Message. The Bearded Mystic Rahul N Singh reacts and conducts an analysis of Sufi Imam's benedictions at the ‘Celebrating Interfaith Harmony’ program conducted by the BAPS in New Jersey, Robbinsville Centre. The speaker also discusses the key aspects of Hindu and Islamic philosophies, highlighting similarities and advocates for unity…

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The Legacy of the 2nd President of the United States John Adams 15:09

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John Adams was the most consequential leader and figure when it came to the success and objectives of the American Revolution. Adams spent much of the years 1780-1789 abroad. He helped to conclude the post-war peace treaty with Great Britain, was a Diplomat to Holland and France, and served as the first United States Ambassador to Great Britain. Th…

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The Legacy of Dr. Ambedkar in India with Abhishek Kasid (Vinni), Sunita Dhar Sharma (my mom) and Sunny Sharma 38:15

7M ago38:15

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In this 38 minutes podcast we talk about the importance of Dr. B.R Ambedkar and how he foresaw many of the problems of inequality, propaganda harming freedom of the press, class divide through caste, and untouchability in India. My cousin Vinni provides sharp insight on these problems in Indian society while my mom interrogates the place of Ambedka…

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The Bearded Mystic's Oneness Conversations with Gary Lee Haskins 1:37:02

7M ago1:37:02

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Send us a Text Message. Join an engaging, deep, and enlightening conversation on The Bearded Mystic's Podcast where renowned YouTuber Gary Lee Haskins @GaryLee123 shares his spiritual journey. Topics included are the value of community, spiritual lineage, reincarnation, and the impact of meditation. The dialogue moves beyond labels and pedestals, h…

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The Real Legacy of Malcolm X 15:42

8M ago15:42

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Season 4 Episode 5 In this 16 minute podcast I highlight the legacy of Malcolm X by describing some of his most important ideas, his background, one of his most famous speeches "the Ballot or the Bullet" (1964), and articulating 10 of his most important quotes. Malcolm X was one of the greatest intellectuals of the 20th century, but was indeed a co…

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The Legacy of Babasaheb Ambedkar 7:51

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In this 8 minute podcast I describe the legacy of one of the Founding Fathers of India, greatest social reformer, and one of the primary drafters of the Indian constitution Babasaheb Ambedkar. Likened to Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King and President Barack Obama, B.R. Ambedkar rose from what would be normally a life of obscurity, neglect, poverty, …

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Wisdom of the Mystics: Gorakh Nath ji 37:48

8M ago37:48

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of The Bearded Mystic Podcast, host Rahul N Singh continues the Wisdom of the Mystics series, this time delving into the teachings of Gorakh Nath Ji, a well-known poet. The episode explores Gorakh Nath Ji's poetic spiritual teachings, with a focus on how they interpret the world and inspire various paths to r…

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Thoughts on the Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 14: Verses 19 - 21) 22:09

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of The Bearded Mystic Podcast, host Rahul N Singh guides us through verses 19 to 21 of Chapter 14 from the Bhagavad Gita. He delves into the concept of the three gunas - qualities that govern our actions, and the transcendental state that can be achieved when one recognizes and detaches from them. The episode…

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Thoughts on the Bhagavad Gita (Chapter 14: Verses 11 - 18) 31:20

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Bearded Mystic Podcast, host Rahul N Singh continues his interpretation of the Bhagavad Gita, specifically focusing on chapter 14, verses 11 to 18. He discusses the significance of the three gunas: Sattva, Rajas, and Tamas, and their influence on our spiritual journey, exploring how they manifest in ou…

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