Best Siri Khalsa Podcasts (2024)

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Thursday, June 20, 2024

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Shalok, Third Mehl: O Shaykh, you wander in the four directions, blown by the four winds; bring your mind back to the home of the One Lord. Renounce your petty arguments, and realize the Word of the Guru's Shabad. Bow in humble respect before the True Guru; He is the Knower who knows everything. Burn away your hopes and desires, and live like a gue…

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Wednesday, June 19, 2024

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Dhanaasaree, Fifth Mehl: My Guru gives the Naam, the Name of the Lord, to those who have such karma written on their foreheads. He implants the Naam, and inspires us to chant the Naam; this is Dharma, true religion, in this world. ||1|| The Naam is the glory and greatness of the Lord's humble servant. The Naam is his salvation, and the Naam is his …

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Monday, June 17, 2024

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That humble being, who knows even a little about loving devotional worship - what surprises are there for him? Like water, dripping into water, which cannot be separated out again, so is the weaver Kabeer, with softened heart, merged into the Lord. ||1|| O people of the Lord, I am just a simple-minded fool. If Kabeer were to leave his body at Benar…

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Sunday, June 16, 2024

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Dhanaasaree, Fifth Mehl: You are the Giver, O Lord, O Cherisher, my Master, my Husband Lord. Each and every moment, You cherish and nurture me; I am Your child, and I rely upon You alone. ||1|| I have only one tongue - which of Your Glorious Virtues can I describe? Unlimited, infinite Lord and Master - no one knows Your limits. ||1||Pause|| You des…

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Saturday, June 15, 2024

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Shalok: The Merciful Lord is the Savior of the Saints; their only support is to sing the Kirtan of the Lord's Praises. One becomes immaculate and pure, by associating with the Saints, O Nanak, and taking the Protection of the Transcendent Lord. ||1|| The burning of the heart is not dispelled at all, by sandalwood paste, the moon, or the cold season…

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Friday, June 14, 2024

7d ago

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Shalok, Third Mehl: O Nanak, without meeting the True Guru, the world is blind, and it does blind deeds. It does not focus its consciousness on the Word of the Shabad, which would bring peace to abide in the mind. Always afflicted with the dark passions of low energy, it wanders around, passing its days and nights burning. Whatever pleases Him, com…

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Thursday, June 13, 2024

8d ago

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Shalok: Power is fraudulent, beauty is fraudulent, and wealth is fraudulent, as is pride of ancestry. One may gather poison through deception and fraud, O Nanak, but without the Lord, nothing shall go along with him in the end. ||1|| Beholding the bitter melon, he is deceived, since it appears so pretty But it is not worth even a shell, O Nanak; th…

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Wednesday, June 12, 2024

9d ago

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Dhanaasaree, Devotee Ravi Daas Jee: One Universal Creator God. By The Grace Of The True Guru: There is none as forlorn as I am, and none as Compassionate as You; what need is there to test us now? May my mind surrender to Your Word; please, bless Your humble servant with this perfection. ||1|| I am a sacrifice, a sacrifice to the Lord. O Lord, why …

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Tuesday, June 11, 2024

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Wadahans, Third Mehl: My tongue is intuitively attracted to the taste of the Lord. My mind is satisfied, meditating on the Name of the Lord. ||1|| Lasting peace is obtained, contemplating the Shabad, the True Word of God. I am forever a sacrifice to my True Guru. ||1||Pause|| My eyes are content, lovingly focused on the One Lord. My mind is content…

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Saudi Arabia Through the Lens of Design with Guest Nawaf Al Nassar 48:29

1M ago48:29

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Welcome to the final episode of Season 2 of The Corporate Activist. For this episode we are having a little bit of a different conversation than our usual topics with a fascinating discussion about the intersection of culture and design in Saudi Arabia. My guest is renowned Saudi designer Nawaf Al-Nassar, who shares his unique insights on blending …

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Eps 67: 3HO Kundalini Yoga Cult(ure) Update w/ GuruNischan - May 2024 45:54

1M ago45:54

45:54

This episode is a short update on topics relating to the 3HO/Kundalini Yoga community including the traumatic finale of the 3HO/Kundalini Yoga Independent Healing and Reparations Program (IHRP), recently filed lawsuits by former 2nd Gen staff members, SSSC Board election chaos, upcoming documentaries to look out for + more. Referenced in this episo…

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Corporate Profiteers with Guest Dr Christopher Marquis 47:16

2M ago47:16

47:16

Welcome to this episode of The Corporate Activist. Today, we're joined by Dr. Christopher Marquis, a leading voice in business sustainability and social entrepreneurship. We explore the provocative insights from his latest book, The Profiteers, which sheds light on how companies privatize profits while socializing costs, often leaving the public to…

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Video Gaming and Social Responsibility with Guest Sophie Vo 40:05

3M ago40:05

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In today’s episode, we're diving into the gaming industry’s role and responsibility in corporate activism and social impact with Sophie Vo, a seasoned game executive and founder of Rise and Play. Sophie shares her journey and vision for a more inclusive, socially responsible gaming world. Through her work, she aims to create a balance between econo…

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The Evolution of Corporate Activism with Guest Dr Philip Mirvis 58:42

3M ago58:42

58:42

Welcome to another episode of The Corporate Activist. In this episode I speak with organisational psychologist Dr. Philip Mirvis. Dr Mirvis was inspired by the social and labor activism of 60s and 70s which led him to advocating for employees and better treatment for workers within corporations. This evolved into later helping Ben & Jerry's develop…

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Building the Social Impact Community with Guest Jeremy Brown. 43:31

4M ago43:31

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In this episode I speak with Jeremy Brown about his efforts to bring together social impact practitioners through his platform, Social Impact World and his efforts to help companies be a force for social good. Jeremy has a rich background in social enterprise and he shares some practical steps that businesses can take to challenge the status quo an…

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The CEO as Activist with Guest Edward Sullivan 38:46

4M ago38:46

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This week's episode is a re-visit to an episode from Season One , where I am joined by Edward Sullivan. Edward is the CEO and Managing Partner at Velocity Coaching. His 20-year career as an executive coach and political consultant has taken him around the globe coaching and advising start-up founders, fortune 500 CEOs and heads of state of foreign …

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Corporations in Times of War with Guest Dr Peter Stanbury 50:29

5M ago50:29

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In today's episode, we're diving deep into the role and responsibility of corporations during times of war and conflict as tensions escalate in hotspots around the world. My guest is Dr Peter Stanbury, a sage in political economist and anthropologist, who brings nearly three decades of insights from the frontlines of economic development challenges…

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Geopolitics and the Corporate Sector with Guest Jeppe Kofod 1:05:18

6M ago1:05:18

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Welcome to a thought-provoking episode where we explore the intricate connections between geopolitics and the corporate world. Joining us is Jeppe Kofod, an experienced Danish politician with deep insights into international relations. We delve into how global events shape the corporate landscape and vice versa, discussing the role of businesses in…

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Green Energy Transitions with Guest Angela Paulk 44:25

6M ago44:25

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In this compelling episode, we dive deep into the world of sustainable business practices and climate change with Angela Paulk, CEO of The Climate Board. Angela, with her extensive background in global leadership, regulatory governance, and strategic consulting, sheds light on the intricate relationship between business operations, public policy an…

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Living Your Social Mission With Guest Jeff Sheinbein 31:00

7M ago31:00

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Welcome to this episode where we explore the intersection of business and social impact. Today, I'm joined by Jeff Sheinbein, CEO and co-founder of Social Imprints, a trailblazing social enterprise in San Francisco. We delve into how Jeff's company is redefining the corporate world by offering meaningful employment to at-risk populations. This epis…

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The Trust Factor With Guest Emily Chan 41:46

7M ago41:46

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Who do you trust these days? According to today's guest, Emily Chan, most people put their trust in the people they work with, based on research found in the annual Edelman Trust Barometer. Emily is the Executive Vice President and US West Lead of Social Impact and Sustainability for Edelman. She is a sustainability expert with a focus on corporate…

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Making Business Good with Guest Giles Gibbons 44:17

7M ago44:17

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Welcome to season 2 of the Corporate Activist Podcast. My guest for this episode is Giles Gibbons. Giles is the CEO and founder of Good Business, one of Europe's leading corporate responsibility consultancies. Giles is also the founder of the Sustainable Restaurant Association, a not-for-profit membership organisation helping restaurants to become …

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Episode 66: Manju Sadarangani - Kundalini Yoga 2020 - KRI Global Teacher Training 2:25:14

9M ago2:25:14

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Manju Sadarangani was born and raised in India, surrounded by yoga. Her yoga teacher mother insisted on an upbringing informed by yoga and traditional medicine. In her teen years, her deeply spiritual brilliant father joined a Hindu cult, resulting in upheaval resulting in her immigration to the United States with her mother and brother. Manju foun…

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Episode 65: Shabd Singh {Born and raised in 3HO 1987 - 2016} 3:09:15

10M ago3:09:15

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Shabd Singh was born and raised in 3HO Herndon, VA in 1987. His parents are Gurutrang Singh and Gurumata Kaur. He attended MPA from 1999-2005, was in the Eugene, Oregon ashram from 2006-2012, and taught at Miri Piri Academy in India as an economics teacher from 2012-2014. It’s been a slow but gradual disconnect from 3HO, and he fully disconnected i…

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Episode 64: Mel Hofmann {1970 - 1972; San Rafael, CA} 1:41:49

10M ago1:41:49

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Mel Hofmann, at the time was Melanie Calhoon started studying Kundalini yoga classes in 1970, at the age of 15 in Berkeley, CA . The local area ashram at the time was known as the “Banana Ananda” ashram in San Rafael, CA. She moved into the ashram in the Fall of 1971 at the age of 16 years old. Shortly thereafter, the name of the ashram was changed…

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Episode 63: Siri Whitecrow (1972 - 1988, Anchorage, Alaska) 2:15:42

10M ago2:15:42

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Siri Whitecrow, was born Elias Seneca Whitecrow in 1972 in Juneau, Alaska. His mom, Sat guru Kaur, joined 3HO with his older sister, Siri Kaur, in 1976 and his name was changed to Siri Singh Khalsa. His early life was spent between two different ashrams in Anchorage, Alaska, then in 1979 he was sent to Española New Mexico at 7 years old, living wit…

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Episode 62: Guruganesha Singh Khalsa (1972 - 2023) - Washington D.C. and Herndon, Virginia Ashrams 2:58:55

10M ago2:58:55

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Guruganesha Singh grew up in Natick MA, 18 miles west of Boston. Graduated high school class of 1968. In Feb 1972, he attended his first KY class at the boathouse at Smith College in Northampton MA, after seeing YB's tratakum pic on a flyer in the Student Union. Soon after he attended a weekend KY retreat at the Montague (montagew) in MA with Guru …

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Episode 61: Ravi Singh {Chicago/New York City - 1973 - 1999} - Evolving Kundalini Yoga 2:06:33

11M ago2:06:33

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Ravi Singh began practicing Kundalini Yoga in 1973 and lived in the 3HO ashram in Chicago, IL. In 1974 he moved to New York City to be a writer and continued to practice Kundalini Yoga and began teaching. In the late 70's I had a brief stint as a resident of the 3HO ashram in Brooklyn, NY. He attended every Summer and Winter Solstice gathering from…

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Episode 60: Els Coenen (Ravinder Kaur; Belgium, 2008 - 2018) 2:17:29

11M ago2:17:29

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Els Coenen (formerly Ravinder Kaur) lives in Belgium. She was 49 when she took her first Kundalini Yoga class, immediately fell in love with it and became a teacher in 2008. She taught Kundalini Yoga for ten years, gave multiple classes a week, organized workshops and teacher training programs in Belgium and East-Africa and assisted in them. Every …

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Questions and Answers 43:16

12M ago43:16

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In this episode, I’m joined by Perween Richards, Director of Research at Stance Advocacy Services. As the final episode in our first series we wanted to do a Question and Answer session to provide advice to listeners on how to best navigate some of the key issues around Corporate Activism. We share best practices on how businesses can leverage thei…

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2nd Generation Speaks Out - Open Letter requesting repairs to the Independent Healing and Reparations Program 1:13:19

1y ago1:13:19

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Over 100 Second Generation voices came together to craft an Open Letter requesting repairs to the Independent Healing and Reparations Program. Summer Solstice and European Yoga Festival are in full promotional swing--let's talk about it--and the recent resignation of Sahaj Singh Khalsa from the SSSC Board. Listen Read the OPEN LETTER Sign the Petit…

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Reinventing Corporate Philanthropy with Rebecca Holliday 41:26

1y ago41:26

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I am joined by Rebecca Holliday, the Director of Social Impact at Groundswell, for a wide ranging discussion about development and the future of philanthropy. Rebecca has a cross-sector background, having worked for the US Government, a large humanitarian non-profit and one of the world's largest multi-national corporations. At Groundswell she is f…

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Forging New Paths 39:20

1y ago39:20

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In this episode, Edmund Le Brun joins me and we explore the work he is doing in countries impacted by conflict or political instability. Edmund Le Brun is an Oxford University graduate and the co-founder of Ishkar, a trade and travel company, which he began with his wife in 2016. Edmund also currently holds a role leading business development for a…

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The Importance of Identity 39:07

1y ago39:07

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In this episode, Asanka De Mel joins me. Asanka founded LOVI to create an authentic and united fashion identity rooted in Sri Lankan ethos. He hopes to share his love of this island paradise, its people and its culture with the world. Two things you should know: he’s a visionary working towards developing Sri Lanka and hell bent on building LOVI in…

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The Politics Of It With Fred Wellman 1:00:37

1y ago1:00:37

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My guest today is Fred Wellman; an army veteran, democratic strategist, consultant and the host of his own podcast, On Democracy with FPWellman. On today’s episode, we’ll dive deep into the role of business in both policy and politics. Highlights (15:08) Money is everything in politics (18:05) Expose these companies (30:18) The Normies! (33:00) Gov…

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Episode 58: Guru Kartar Kaur (Rue) Born and Raised in 3HO: 1997 - 2016; Mexico City, MX 2:02:03

1y ago2:02:03

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Guru Kartar Kaur (she now goes by Rue) was born into 3HO in Mexico City in 1997 to her parents, Guru Hans Kaur Khalsa and Siri Simran Singh. A couple months after she was born, Rue and her sister, Partmatma Kaur, were brought to New Mexico by her parents, to attend the Summer Solstice where she met YB and received her spiritual name from him. Rue’s…

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The Youth Perspective 48:04

1y ago48:04

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There has been a significant shift in how younger people connect with businesses. But what is their general feeling when the companies they like engage in social and political issues? Today it’s all about the youth perspective. I’m joined by Millennial and Generations Z representatives to discuss how the action of companies can impact their buying …

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Episode 57: Ratnavali Kaur Khalsa (Ratna); 1996 -2023 - Boulder, CO and Espanola, NM 1:52:41

1y ago1:52:41

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Ratnavali Kaur Khalsa, (she goes by Ratna) was born in India in August 1996. At a few months of age she was adopted by Guru Nam Kaur Khalsa, of Espanola, NM and Sadhna Singh of Boulder, CO but it took over 1 year to actually get to the USA. In 1997 at 18 months old, she finally arrived to her parents: whom had adopted another child. in 1993, her br…

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All About ESG 47:56

1y ago47:56

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Today, I’m joined by Charles de Segundo. Charles founded, and is a partner at Impact Delta, a specialist advisory firm created to accelerate the adoption of a more responsible capitalism. The firm advises its clients on developing and implementing industry-leading approaches to sustainability, in order to drive superior returns and asset-raising pe…

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Communicating Your Stance 44:33

1y ago44:33

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I am joined by Natasha Faruque and Sophie Toh. Natasha started off her career in content and communications via a baptism by fire within the hallowed halls of The Conde Nast Publications in the UK. Currently, Natasha is Head of Content at the Dubai Department of Economy & Tourism, the Pakistani native works as a regional freelance consultant, write…

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The Power of Partnerships 1:05:46

1y ago1:05:46

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This week, I co-host the episode with my friend Philippe Rose from the At the Coalface podcast. And we’re talking about cross-sector collaboration. Our guest, Steve Schmida, gives us great insights on how to establish the right kind of partnerships. He’s the co-founder of Resonance; an award winning global advisory business and the author of Partne…

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The CEO as Activist 38:50

1y ago38:50

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I am joined today by Edward Sullivan. Edward is the CEO and Managing Partner at Velocity Coaching. His 20 year career as an executive coach and political consultant has taken him around the globe coaching and advising start-up founders, fortune 500 CEOs and heads of state of foreign nations. His work has been featured in The New York Times, Washing…

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Products with Purpose 40:38

1+ y ago40:38

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In this episode, I am joined by Sydney Price. Sydney is an award winning executive, founder and CEO of The Knew Purpose. The Knew Purpose is a leadership company which guides leaders to create new revenue channels and profitability for their companies, while integrating social and environmental benefits into their supply chain. Highlights (06:16) C…

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Welcome to the Corporate Activist 8:40

1+ y ago8:40

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The Corporate Activist explores the role of the business sector in today's complex social and political landscape. In this short episode, I explain what you can expect to hear on The Corporate Activist over the coming weeks. Highlights 0:00 An introduction to the Corporate Activist podcast 2:38 The business sector needs to do more 4:10 Corporations…

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Episode 56: The Lasting Impact of 3HO After Childhood - Darci Larocque Part Two: (1976 - 2022) 2:33:54

1+ y ago2:33:54

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This is a follow up conversation w/ Darci Laroque to share the lasting IMPACT of childhood neglect, abandonment, and survivalist 3HO training to breed "spiritual-warriors" that she, and other children of 3HO/Kundalini Yoga, "Sikh Dharma" received. Hint: It's NOT Healthy, Happy, or Holy. It's communal abandonment disguised as consciousness. You can …

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Trailer 2:10

1+ y ago2:10

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The Corporate Activist is a podcast that explores the role of the business sector in today's complex social and political landscape. I’m Siri Khalsa and I have spent decades working across public and nonprofit business sectors, both in the US and internationally. I've always been driven by how business can do more and be a force for positive change…

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Episode 55: Darci Larocque (1971 - 2020 Dorchester, MA, Espanola, NM and Los Angeles Ashrams) 3:19:34

1+ y ago3:19:34

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Darci Larocque, was born Darci Clack in 1971. Her father joined 3HO in 1974 in the New Haven Ashram. Her mom and father were divorced and at the age of 5, she started visiting the ashram in Dorchester, MA, where her father had moved. One day in first grade catholic school, her dad and a friend in full Bana showed up in the middle of a school day an…

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Episode 54: First Generation Fragility - Two Years in Review 1:35:44

1+ y ago1:35:44

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Speaking on "1st Generation" Fragility: The impact it has on our lives in 3HO present day and historically. Listen to "Second Generation" perspective on how to listen and hear US in real time. Resources: Group therapy with the Trauma Healing Project Email: dmcilwain@healingattention.org https://healingattention.org/ For Somatic Therapy: https://dir…

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Episode 53: Goldie (Started KY in Utah; 2001 - 2014) 1:34:25

1+ y ago1:34:25

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Goldie found her first Kundalini class at 10 years old in 2001 and by age 12 was regularly attending KY classes at her local community college in rural Utah. She then started going to 4AM sadhana and started a 40 day practice. At age 17, she attended her first Summer Solstice and went every year for the next 5+ years and participated in the setup c…

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Episode 52: Pritam Hari Kaur (Joined in 1981, Hamburg, Germany; 1987 moved to Johannesburg, South Africa) 2:42:42

1+ y ago2:42:42

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Pritam Hari Kaur born in Germany and grew up in Indonesia and Spain, of German post-war parents who wanted nothing better than to head out into fresh and new horizons. After being kicked out of her house by father and step-mom at 19 years old, she felt orphaned, and eventually met Yogi Bhajan in 1981 at age 21; fully embraced the ashram lifestyle. …

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