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المحتوى المقدم من David Ramella, Raghunath Cappo, and Kaustubha Das. يتم تحميل جميع محتويات البودكاست بما في ذلك الحلقات والرسومات وأوصاف البودكاست وتقديمها مباشرة بواسطة David Ramella, Raghunath Cappo, and Kaustubha Das أو شريك منصة البودكاست الخاص بهم. إذا كنت تعتقد أن شخصًا ما يستخدم عملك المحمي بحقوق الطبع والنشر دون إذنك، فيمكنك اتباع العملية الموضحة هنا https://ar.player.fm/legal.

The Big Pitch with Jimmy Carr

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Phil Wang Pitches Psychological Thriller Starring WHO?! 24:35

منذ 9 أيام24:35

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It’s the very first episode of The Big Pitch with Jimmy Carr and our first guest is Phil Wang! And Phil’s subgenre is…This Place is Evil. We’re talking psychological torture, we’re talking gory death scenes, we’re talking Lorraine Kelly?! The Big Pitch with Jimmy Carr is a brand new comedy podcast where each week a different celebrity guest pitches an idea for a film based on one of the SUPER niche sub-genres on Netflix. From ‘Steamy Crime Movies from the 1970s’ to ‘Australian Dysfunctional Family Comedies Starring A Strong Female Lead’, our celebrity guests will pitch their wacky plot, their dream cast, the marketing stunts, and everything in between. By the end of every episode, Jimmy Carr, Comedian by night / “Netflix Executive” by day, will decide whether the pitch is greenlit or condemned to development hell! Listen on all podcast platforms and watch on the Netflix Is A Joke YouTube Channel . The Big Pitch is a co-production by Netflix and BBC Studios Audio. Jimmy Carr is an award-winning stand-up comedian and writer, touring his brand-new show JIMMY CARR: LAUGHS FUNNY throughout the USA from May to November this year, as well as across the UK and Europe, before hitting Australia and New Zealand in early 2026. All info and tickets for the tour are available at JIMMYCARR.COM Production Coordinator: Becky Carewe-Jeffries Production Manager: Mabel Finnegan-Wright Editor: Stuart Reid Producer: Pete Strauss Executive Producer: Richard Morris Executive Producers for Netflix: Kathryn Huyghue, Erica Brady, and David Markowitz Set Design: Helen Coyston Studios: Tower Bridge Studios Make Up: Samantha Coughlan Cameras: Daniel Spencer Sound: Charlie Emery Branding: Tim Lane Photography: James Hole…

Wisdom of the Sages

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Truths about life from the timeless wisdom of the Bhakti-yoga tradition - fun, relevant, and deep. Learn about dharma, yoga, bhakti, and how it relates to all the basic questions of life. This show is about how to live your best life, let go of the external distractions, and uncover the spiritual happiness that lies within the heart as the true nature of the soul. Raghunath and Kaustubha's connection goes back to their teens in the New York Hardcore Punk Scene of the early 80s, through serving together as Bhakti-yogi monks in the 90's, to sharing their experiences in the world of yoga in the 21st century.

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Wisdom of the Sages

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1618: Identity Politics, Self-Esteem Battles & the Spiritual Solution 56:50

منذ 13 hours56:50

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Modern society is in the midst of an identity crisis. From gender and race to body image and social status, we’re defining, defending, and dividing ourselves by external labels. In this episode, Raghunath and Kaustubha explore how ancient yogic wisdom provides a powerful alternative: knowledge of the self. Through discussion, humor, and insights from the bhakti-yoga tration, they unpack how we can stop tiptoeing around fragile identities and live from the truth of who we really are. Key Themes: •⁠ ⁠Carl Jung’s insight on identity and self-definition •⁠ ⁠How real kindness comes from seeing through labels, not tiptoeing around them •⁠ ⁠Identity politics = bubble-wrapping the world / Knowledge of the self = putting on shoes SB 10.1.44-66 ********************************************************************* LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108…

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1617: Your Thoughts Are Drafting the Blueprints for Your Next Body 56:32

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What if your thoughts today are already shaping your next body? In this episode, Raghunath and Kaustubha explore the deep yogic teaching that the subtle precedes the gross—your desires, thoughts, and habits now are laying the foundation for your future form. Drawing from ancient texts, dream metaphors, and even a few punk-rock detours through Texas, this episode sheds light on how our inner life drives our destiny—and why Krishna is the ultimate object of meditation. New episodes daily. Subscribe and join the global Bhakti journey SB 10.1.41-43 ********************************************************************* LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108…

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1616: You’re Not That Voice in Your Head: Ancient Yogic Wisdom for Self-Realization 54:51

منذ يومين54:51

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At any moment, we can initiate a higher level of consciousness—simply by observing the mind instead of identifying with it. In this episode, Raghunath and Kaustubha explore the Bhagavatam’s opening to the Tenth Canto, where Vasudeva speaks timeless yogic truth: you are not the body, not the mind—you are something divine. A modern spiritual insight meets ancient Vedic wisdom—and yes, there’s even a Raghunath senior discount incident that makes the point unforgettable. SB 10.1.26-40 ********************************************************************* LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108…

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1615: Full-Hearted Bhakti: Vivid, Personal Krishna Devotion | Q & A Vol. 280 1:01:15

منذ 4 أيام1:01:15

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From epic failures and ego clashes to tender moments of empowerment and encouragement, Raghunath and Kaustubha open up about what they love most about Krishna Bhakti—and how it transforms even the most ordinary day into an offering of beauty, meaning, and joy. In this candid Q & A episode, you’ll hear stories of spiritual growth, forgiveness, and the joy that comes from living with a fully invested heart. Highlights include: • Black-and-white Vedanta vs. full-color Bhakti • One humbling breakfast invitation, one roasted ego, and a lot of growth • Gossip vs. grace: a Bhakti PSA on spiritual etiquette • Parking lot kirtans and singing past your comfort zone • Rūpa Gosvāmī’s poetry, Draupadī’s forgiveness, and the art of full-hearted living A rich, funny, and inspiring conversation rooted in the lived experience of Krishna devotion. Check out Supersoul Farm's first annual kirtan fest at https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/supersoul-farm-kirtan-fest-tickets-1376536139649?aff=oddtdtcreator Check out Radhanath Swami's class on how to treat people at https://youtu.be/ed0Effi7Kfo?si=b97G8C-cUaBtVWf6 ********************************************************************* LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108…

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1614: Is Yoga All About the Journey—or About Hitting the Target? | Q & A Vol. 279 51:35

منذ 6 أيام51:35

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Modern spirituality often says yoga is all about the journey. But is that what the ancient teachings really meant? In this focused and eye-opening Q & A episode, Kaustubha explores samādhi and the true aim of yoga. Drawing from the Upanishads and Bhakti tradition, he reveals how yoga isn’t aimless—it’s intentional, transformational, and love-driven. You’ll also hear how Krishna’s call for surrender in the Bhagavad-gītā—often misunderstood as bossy—is actually rooted in compassion and transcendental clarity. What You’ll Learn: •⁠ ⁠The real goal of samādhi and how yoga stays focused •⁠ ⁠Why Krishna asks for everything—and how it’s not about ego •⁠ ⁠How even negative emotions can purify when directed toward God •⁠ ⁠Shishupala’s surprising liberation through hatred •⁠ ⁠Why Krishna’s confidence isn’t arrogance—and what it means for us This isn’t vague spiritualism—it’s grounded wisdom for the seeker who wants clarity, depth, and a target worth aiming for. Listen now and rediscover why love—with direction—is the heart of yoga. ********************************************************************* LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108…

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1613: Myth or Reality: The Misunderstood Tech of the Yogis 54:48

منذ 7 أيام54:48

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Could ancient yogis have tapped into a science we still don’t understand? Mystical experiences—like hearing divine messages within the heart—may sound like fantasy today, but 300 years ago a FaceTime call would’ve seemed like wizardry. Arthur C. Clarke famously said, “Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic.” In this episode, Raghunath and Kaustubha explore how imagination and humility may be the keys to rediscovering spiritual truths often mistaken for myth. Highlights include: •⁠ ⁠Why Einstein called imagination more important than knowledge •⁠ ⁠Yoga maya vs. Maha maya: illusion that either binds or liberates •⁠ ⁠Why Krishna never incarnates alone—and who He brings with Him •⁠ ⁠Debunking the debunkers: why unseen doesn’t mean unreal •⁠ ⁠Raghunath’s mantra for spiritual openness: “Could be.” Tune in as ancient stories, modern minds, and timeless truths come together in the pages of the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam. SB 10.1.21-25 ********************************************************************* LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108…

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1612: Cosmic Vision, Parental Panic & the Purusha Sukta Mantras 53:13

منذ 8 أيام53:13

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Raghunath and Kaustubha explore the need to shift perspective shared in Srimad Bhagavatam. Seeking to relieve the suffering of Mother Earth, the gods and goddesses gather for an epic moment of clarity—chanting the Purusha Sukta hymn of the Vedas. What follows is a brilliant meditation on zooming out of our small dramas and plugging into the greater cosmic intelligence behind it all. Raghunath shares a story of fatherly panic as his daughter falls ill across the ocean, while Kaustubha unpacks the deeper meaning of the universe as a unified being—rooted in the divine Purusha. Carl Sagan makes a guest appearance, reminding us from 4 billion miles away that Earth is but a speck in the void—and our self-importance might need a little deflation. Key Highlights: • “Our imagined self-importance is challenged by this point of pale light.” – Carl Sagan • How chanting Purusha Sukta re-centers the mind and soul • A fine line between spiritual detachment and showing up for those we love • Learning to see God’s hands when His face is hidden • Why the Bhagavatam is the “superfood” of spiritual literature 👉 Tap into the universal vision. 🎧 Listen now. #BhagavatamWisdom #PurushaSukta #ZoomOut #CarlSagan #KrishnaConsciousness #VedicCosmology #WisdomOfTheSages #BhaktiYoga SB 10.1.16-20 ********************************************************************* LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108…

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1611: Parenting, Japa Meditation & How to Stay Inspired on the Bhakti Path | Q & A Vol. 278 51:20

منذ 11 يومًا51:20

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From parenting struggles in spiritual life to the elusive experience of deep japa meditation – Vulnerability meets wisdom in this very real Q & A episode recorded live at the Wisdom of the Sages Retreat. Whether you’re trying to inspire your kids, stay inspired yourself, or figure out what absorption in the japa meditation actually feels like, this episode has something for you. 🌀 Key Highlights: •⁠ ⁠“Future fakers” and the art of letting go (yes, your kids might be doing it) •⁠ ⁠Japa as a spiritual shower for the soul •⁠ ⁠The illusion of control in parenting (and the relief in surrender) •⁠ ⁠Carrying retreat inspiration into everyday life—without crashing into Maya •⁠ ⁠Stoicism vs. closing circles: the struggle is real It’s an episode for anyone walking the tightrope between devotion and daily life—packed with deep truths and just enough comic relief to keep it real. 🌸 Subscribe and tune in daily for spiritual wisdom that’s equal parts elevating and grounding. 🎧 Listen now! #BhaktiParenting #JapaMeditation #SpiritualGrowth #WisdomOfTheSages #KirtanLife #LetGoLetKrishna #FutureFakerFreeZone ********************************************************************* LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108…

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1610: Struggling with Expectations & Self-Worth: Bhakti Yoga Insights | Q & A Vol. 277 58:22

منذ 12 يومًا58:22

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When your spiritual ideals meet your messy, modern life—what gives? In this live Q & A episode, Raghunath and Kaustubha tackle real-world questions from sincere seekers navigating work, relationships, insecurity, and the struggle for spiritual progress. With wisdom, clarity, and plenty of humor, they explore how Bhakti yoga applies when the employees let you down, the self-doubt runs deep, and the to-do list feels longer than the Ganges. Key Highlights: •⁠ ⁠My contract with my employee vs my contract with the Universe •⁠ ⁠Can Bhakti heal your emotional wounds—or is that your therapist’s job? •⁠ ⁠“I’m not the Spiller!”—Raghunath gets cornered by family karma •⁠ ⁠How to climb out of your own karmic hole (and invite others to your cloud) •⁠ ⁠What to prioritize in a full, chaotic life—and why India may be the next step Join the community of thousands tuning in daily for authentic, accessible yoga wisdom that meets you where you are—and points you toward where you want to go. 🎧 Listen now and let the transformation begin. 🪷 #BhaktiYoga #WisdomOfTheSages #SpiritualGrowth #SelfAcceptance #YogaWisdom #AppreciationOverExpectation #InnerWork #SrimadBhagavatam #LiveFromSupersoulFarm ********************************************************************* LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/wisdom_of_the_sages…

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1609: Surrender, Purpose, Love: Bhakti Answers the Big Questions | Q & A Vol. 276 1:00:26

منذ 12 يومًا1:00:26

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Raghunath and Kaustubha tackle powerful questions about surrender, purpose, and love in this live Q&A from Super Soul Farm—offering timeless bhakti wisdom on the struggles modern seekers face. What does surrender really look like in practice? How do you discover your dharma without drowning in options? Can you strive for spontaneous love of God without ruining its spontaneity? This episode brings clarity to the most misunderstood teachings of bhakti, grounding them in the lived experience of devotion. No platitudes—just real talk, deep insights, and a spiritual path that meets you where you are. Key Highlights: •⁠ ⁠Six practical symptoms of surrender—and why they’re anything but weakness •⁠ ⁠How to avoid “mission drift” in your spiritual life •⁠ ⁠Why Krishna is already loving you—and what’s blocking you from feeling it •⁠ ⁠Service, identity, and the paradox of modern dharma •⁠ ⁠The difference between faking it and practicing it •⁠ ⁠Greed is good—when it’s for divine love 🎧 For anyone navigating spiritual life in a distracted world, this episode is a guidepost back to center. 🌀 Subscribe and tune in daily to connect with thousands on the path of bhakti yoga. #BhaktiYoga #WisdomOfTheSages #QandA #SpiritualSurrender #KrishnaBhakti #DharmaInModernLife #SixSymptomsOfSurrender #LetKrishnaLoveYou #GreedIsGood #SrimadBhagavatam #SpiritualPodcast #YogaWisdom ********************************************************************* LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/wisdom_of_the_sages…

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1608: The Guru as a Transparent Via Medium: Reclaiming Sacred Connection 55:02

منذ 14 يومًا55:02

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One of the most sacred dynamics in all of yoga culture - the relationship between teacher and student—has become both feared and misunderstood as it’s been transferred from India to the West. In this potent episode, Raghunath and Kaustubha explore how spiritual truth flows not from information alone, but from affection, humility, and mutual sincerity. What unfolds is a spirited, honest, and occasionally hilarious exploration of how and why the guru-disciple model endures—even in an age where trust is hard to come by and everyone’s got an “enlightenment moment” in their Instagram bio. Key Highlights: •⁠ ⁠“Victim mentality kills growth.” •⁠ ⁠A lesson from Mahābhārata: If you can’t find someone better than you, you’re probably not looking hard enough •⁠ ⁠Understanding the friendliness and familiarity with a teacher •⁠ ⁠Transmission of truth is never just intellectual—it’s relational This episode is a call to seek wisdom where it’s real, not just where it’s trending. 🌿 Subscribe for daily bhakti wisdom and join a global community reawakening the sacred. 🎧 Listen now: #GuruDisciple #BhaktiYoga #WisdomOfTheSages #SpiritualGrowth #SrimadBhagavatam #Vedanta #YogaPhilosophy SB 10.1.9-15 ********************************************************************* LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/wisdom_of_the_sages…

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1607: Ask Better Questions, Break the Cycle of Samsara 56:34

منذ 15 يومًا56:34

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There’s a big difference between asking, “How can I change this?” and asking, “What am I meant to learn from this?” In this episode, Raghunath and Kaustubha explore how asking bigger, zoomed-out questions can unlock real transformation—and how Krishna’s pastimes, far from being mere spiritual folklore, offer the deepest answers to the soul’s most urgent needs. They discuss how these pastimes are meant to be approached not just through a religious lens, but through an ontological, metaphysical, and Vedantic one—and that’s when their true power is revealed. Key Highlights: •⁠ ⁠How shallow questions keep us stuck, and zoomed-out questions can set us free •⁠ ⁠Why good questions aren’t always comfortable—but they crack things open •⁠ ⁠How to identify life’s summum bonum—and reorient everything around it •⁠ ⁠Seeing Krishna’s life through a metaphysical lens—not just a religious one •⁠ ⁠The danger of a life built on speed and comfort, but no direction SB 10.1.1-8 ********************************************************************* LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/wisdom_of_the_sages…

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1606: Your Ears Deserve Better Content: Yoga’s Download for Mental Clarity 52:50

منذ 16 يومًا52:50

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Hearing the right kind of content - it doesn’t just inform you—it reforms you. It clears the mind, purifies the intelligence and equips you to easily withstand all sorts of changes, difficulties and discrepancies. Drawing from yogic wisdom and Bhaktivedanta Swami’s piercing commentary, this episode explores how real transformation begins with sound. Key Highlights: •⁠ ⁠Why gossip and news media ruin your day •⁠ ⁠How sacred sound rewires the mind to reject lower pleasures without repression •⁠ ⁠From anxiety to equanimity: how a shift in hearing shifts everything •⁠ ⁠Stoic meets yogi: focus on how we respond to the world •⁠ ⁠Bhaktivedanta Swami’s formula for facing hardship with unwavering peace 🎧 Subscribe and join thousands for daily inspiration through timeless wisdom. #SacredSound #BhaktiYoga #SrimadBhagavatam #TranscendentalHearing #SpiritualTransformation #KrishnaKatha #StoicBhakti SB 9.24.62-67 ********************************************************************* LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/wisdom_of_the_sages…

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1605: Beyond Myth: Krishna's Pastimes, Life's Ultimate Meditation 58:52

منذ 17 يومًا58:52

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Before there were influencers, there was the sage Vyāsa—the original content creator. In this episode, Raghunath and Kaustubha stand at the threshold of Vyāsa’s ultimate contribution: the telling of Krishna’s pastimes in the Tenth Canto of the Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam. But before Krishna enters the stage, they explore what makes these narratives far more than mythology. These aren’t just quaint stories or cultural folklore—they’re the ultimate object of awareness - living streams of divine sound, expertly composed to reprogram the mind, dissolve the thirst for material life and satisfy the innner self. ⸻ 🔹 Key Highlights: •⁠ ⁠Why scrolling culture is drying us out—and what to do about it •⁠ ⁠Vyāsa as the O.G. spiritual content creator •⁠ ⁠What cult accusations, punk shows, and smoke-filled deprogramming cabins reveal about the power of Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam The verse that shook a cynic: “Yeah… I read the first canto. That book changed me.” SB 9.24.60-62 ********************************************************************* LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/wisdom_of_the_sages…

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1604: Shining Light on the Shadows Within: Carl Jung Meets the Wisdom of Bhakti 52:59

منذ 18 يومًا52:59

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Misunderstood warriors, falsely accused maidens, hardhearted mystic yogis, remorseful sages, sex-addicted kings— The stories of the Ninth Canto of the Bhāgavatam reflect not just historical characters, but the shadows we all carry within. At the cusp of entering the climactic Tenth Canto, Raghunath and Kaustubha review the string of stories leading up to it. With a little help from Carl Jung, they unpack a core principle often echoed in the bhakti tradition: while the path is centered on divine light, the great bhakti-yogis never ignored the shadows in their own hearts. 🌀 Key Highlights: •⁠ ⁠Carl Jung meets the Bhāgavatam—why even saints have shadows to acknowledge •⁠ ⁠“No regrets” culture vs. the spiritual remorse of real yogis •⁠ ⁠How the flaws of kings became fuel for transformation •⁠ ⁠Bhajana-kriyā to anartha-nivṛtti: what inner work really looks like on the bhakti path •⁠ ⁠Why the Ninth Canto isn’t just a list of names—it’s a mirror for the heart 🎧 Listen now and reflect—because bhakti begins where pretense ends. 🌱 Subscribe and follow for daily insights → #WisdomOfTheSages #BhaktiYoga #ShadowAndLight #SrimadBhagavatam #CarlJungQuotes #SpiritualGrowth #TenthCantoAwakening SB 9.24.53-59 ********************************************************************* LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/wisdom_of_the_sages…

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1603: Darkness, Evil & Satan: A Bhakti Yoga Perspective / Q & A Volume 275 57:39

منذ 19 يومًا57:39

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What is Evil? Different tradition have different ideas. In this compelling Q & A episode of Wisdom of the Sages, Raghunath and Kaustubha explore how the Bhakti tradition understands darkness, Satan, and the concept of evil. Is it a cosmic force? A personal being? Or simply the absence of divine light? Other questions include how to navigate workplace obligations at bars while maintaining spiritual sobriety, and what pure devotional service looks like in today’s world. Key Highlights: •⁠ ⁠Evil explained Bhakti-style: darkness isn’t a rival force—it’s what happens when we turn away from the light •⁠ ⁠What to do when your boss schedules meetings in a bar (spoiler: garlic-soaked pizza may also be involved) •⁠ ⁠Pure devotion demystified: how love shows up in kirtan, service, and yes, even chicken coop assignments •⁠ ⁠Lessons from Mussolini to CBGB’s: the slippery slope of bad choices and the art of guarding your inner light •⁠ ⁠It’s not about being judgmental—but about choosing clarity over compromise 🎧 Tune in now and subscribe for daily wisdom rooted in the timeless teachings of the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam. #BhaktiAndEvil #DarknessVsLight #BhaktiYoga #WisdomOfTheSages #SpiritualSobriety #SelflessService #KrishnaConsciousness #SpiritualPodcast #QandAEpisode ********************************************************************* LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/wisdom_of_the_sages…

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1602: Feed the Dogs, Love the World: Bhakti Yoga’s Expanding Circle of Compassion 55:54

منذ 21 يومًا55:54

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Indian hospitality, the soft heart of a mother, and the Dog-Man of Tompkins Square Park all intersect in this powerful exploration of yoga. Drawing from the Maha Upanishad and the insight of Albert Schweitzer, Raghunath and Kaustubha unpack a central bhakti truth: that genuine love of God expresses itself as compassion for all living beings—not just the ones who vote like you, think like you, or smell like you. At the heart of this episode is the unforgettable tale of King Rantideva from the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam—a king whose radical acts of generosity and deep spiritual faith push us to reconsider what it really means to live a spiritual life. 🌀 Key Highlights: •⁠ ⁠“Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam” — The Maha Upanishad’s timeless call to expand the borders of your compassion •⁠ ⁠How great spiritualists experience suffering—and transform it into compassion •⁠ ⁠The real yoga test: when your food is hot, your stomach is empty, and a stranger knocks on the door (with dogs) •⁠ ⁠Why bhakti doesn’t exist without compassion 👁️‍🗨️ Real peace begins when we expand the circle. If your yoga isn’t transforming how you see others, it’s time to go deeper. 🎧 Tap in and get transrational. #KingRantideva #BhaktiWisdom #YogaOfCompassion #MahaUpanishad #SrimadBhagavatam #InterfaithWisdom #LoveBeyondBoundaries #VasudhaivaKutumbakam #WisdomOfTheSages SB 9.21.1-18 ********************************************************************* LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/wisdom_of_the_sages…

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1601: Where Your Mind Goes, You Go: Bhakti Yoga, Thought Power & the Inner Algorithm 58:15

منذ 22 يومًا58:15

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Your mind is like an algorithm. Click on lust, fear, or resentment—and guess what shows up on your mental feed? In this episode, Raghunath and Kaustubha explore Yoga is a way to reset the algorithm, and explore the mind as both a garden and a walled city with guarded gates. Drawing from James Allen’s classic As a Man Thinketh and the final verses of King Yayāti’s transformation in the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam, they unpack how thought is causal, attention is destiny, and bhakti is the ultimate reprogramming of the heart. 🔑 Key Highlights: •⁠ ⁠James Allen meets the Bhagavatam: “Plant good seeds or get weeds. Period.” •⁠ ⁠Guard the gates of the senses like your mental Wi-Fi password •⁠ ⁠Why you should probably skip that luxury cruise and chant instead •⁠ ⁠When kitchen gossip gets karmic—Mara’s chef-side sādhanā •⁠ ⁠“Shoot the messenger,” “Relinquish your imaginary positions,” and other questionable t-shirt ideas Whether you’re dealing with asparagus beds or mental breakdowns, this episode brings it all back to one thing: where your mind goes, you go. 🌱 Subscribe and reset the algorithm of your mind. 🎧 Tune in now! #BhaktiYoga #MindTraining #SrimadBhagavatam #AsAManThinketh #YogaWisdom #KrishnaConsciousness SB 9.19.20-29 ********************************************************************* LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/wisdom_of_the_sages…

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1600: The Anatomy of Spiritual Awakening: Letting Go Before We Lose It 56:29

منذ 23 يومًا56:29

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From Vedic kings to aging rock stars, this episode maps the journey from pleasure to emptiness to liberation. Raghunath and Kaustubha unpack why letting go of material desire—before the body gives out—is the key to spiritual freedom. Featuring: •⁠ ⁠King Yayāti, Lord Brahmā, Stephen Hawking, Billy Idol & David Lee Roth • Addiction psychology meets Vedic wisdom •⁠ ⁠Why renunciation is the real glow-up •⁠ ⁠How material sex desire is a pale reflection of Krishna’s divine love 🎧 Listen now and wake up before it’s too late. 🌱 Subscribe for daily doses of ancient wisdom made practical. #SpiritualAwakening #LetGo #BhaktiYoga #WisdomOfTheSages #SrimadBhagavatam #ThePathOfRenunciation SB 9.19.16-20 ********************************************************************* LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/wisdom_of_the_sages…

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1599: Exiting the Path of Emptiness: A Bhakti Yoga Take on Desire & Liberation 55:29

منذ 24 يومًا55:29

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Ancient yoga texts call it sama-darshana—equal vision. It’s the ability to see the soul in every being, regardless of their body, background, or even behavior. And according to the sages, it’s not just a lofty idea—it’s the very foundation of a life well-lived. Here’s the twist: it’s not just the moral thing to do—it’s the key to happiness, peace of mind, and, ultimately, a graceful exit from this world. In contrast, the pursuit of material fulfillment becomes a path of emptiness. Listen in as Raghunath and Kaustubha reflect on the yogi’s mindset: to live in a way that places no one else in difficulty, and to love in a way that clears the heart of all fear and resentment. Key Highlights: •⁠ ⁠Sama-darshana—the yogic practice of seeing beyond externals •⁠ ⁠Why a life of non-harm and kindness clears the path to liberation •⁠ ⁠“My name is King Yayati, and I’m a sex addict.” •⁠ ⁠How material desire drives us to harm even those we love •⁠ ⁠How spiritual vision helps us let go—without fear or bitterness •⁠ ⁠And how chasing sense gratification will make a goat out of us. 🐐 (and not the good kind of GOAT) This episode is a call to shift how we see the world—and how we live in it. 🎧 Listen now and join the global conversation on living with deeper vision. #EqualVision #BhaktiYoga #Samadarshana #SrimadBhagavatam #LettingGo #YogaWisdom #WisdomOfTheSages SB 9.19.12-15 ********************************************************************* LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/wisdom_of_the_sages…

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1598: Seeing the Unseen: Yoga's Call to Look Deeper 57:03

منذ 25 يومًا57:03

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Politics shift, bodies age, relationships break—we see the surface, the temporary illusion. Yogis look deeper to see the eternal reality behind it all. In this episode, Raghunath and Kaustubha explore how sacred texts—the Bhagavad Gītā, Śrīmad Bhāgavatam, the Rig Veda, and the New Testament—urge us to fix our vision on the eternal. From pearls resting on a hidden thread to the saints’ constant gaze toward the divine, these traditions all point to the same truth: what’s real can’t always be seen with the eyes - so look deeper though the eyes of knowledge. Key Highlights: •⁠ ⁠Pearls and clouds—what the sages say about what really holds life together •⁠ ⁠The world is a stereogram - keep staring into it and eventually the vision pops •⁠ ⁠Kaustubha’s near bike-lane road rage (he almost lost it.) •⁠ ⁠How bhakti can awaken even in a materially entangled life (yes, there’s hope for all of us) 🔔 Subscribe for daily episodes and timeless inspiration on the path of bhakti yoga. #BhaktiYoga #YogaPhilosophy #SrimadBhagavatam #BhagavadGita #RigVeda #StPaul #SpiritualVision #SeeTheUnseen SB 9.18.47-51 ********************************************************************* LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/wisdom_of_the_sages…

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1597: Loss. Confusion. Melancholy. Then Freedom. | Q&A Volume 274 59:38

منذ 27 يومًا59:38

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With humor, vulnerability, and sharp philosophical insight, Raghunath and Kaustubha unpack the gritty reality of spiritual growth: that it sometimes begins with a period of loss, confusion, or even melancholy—but on the other side is joy, clarity, and freedom. This Q & A episode tackles big, relatable questions from listeners on the spiritual path: •⁠ ⁠How do I live a life of dharma—seeing the good in everyone—without letting people take advantage of me or drain my energy? •⁠ ⁠How do I practice detachment without becoming emotionally distant from the people I love? •⁠ ⁠Does devotion to Krishna mean not exploring other spiritual traditions? Discover how the simple mantra “Adjust. Tolerate. Focus.” can become a compass when life feels chaotic and the heart is pulled in too many directions. Key Highlights: •⁠ ⁠Adjusting your circumstances vs. tolerating them—and how to know which to do •⁠ ⁠Why Krishna’s blessings can feel like lemon in milk—and why that’s a good thing •⁠ ⁠The difference between real detachment and just shutting down emotionally •⁠ ⁠A perspective-shifting metaphor about butter that’ll stick with you forever •⁠ ⁠Why kirtan and philosophy together are like spiritual ayahuasca (minus the vomiting) Whether you’re navigating toxic coworkers or simply trying to love your family without losing yourself, this episode will give you both tools and comfort for the inner work that really matters. 🎧 Listen now and join thousands on the transformative path of bhakti. 🌟 Subscribe for daily wisdom and spiritual guidance with Raghunath & Kaustubha. #BhaktiYoga #SpiritualGrowth #DetachmentWithLove #KrishnaConsciousness #WisdomOfTheSages #SrimadBhagavatam #KirtanAndPhilosophy #LetGoAndLetKrishna #AdjustTolerateFocus ********************************************************************* LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/wisdom_of_the_sages…

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1596: Desire, Folly, Regret & Ultimately....Transformation 53:15

منذ 28 يومًا53:15

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Raghunath and Kaustubha dive into the comical yet piercingly honest downfall of King Yayāti and explore how the ancient Vedic culture didn’t just shame desire—it organized it, regulated it, and ultimately helped one transcended it. Drawing from the Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam, we uncover how real evolution begins not by denying our lower nature, but by accepting the guidance of wisdom tradition that helps us see through it. Key Highlights: •⁠ ⁠Why the world makes you foolish when you chase desire The brilliance of varṇāśrama: not a box, but a ladder Why trying to be Krishna never works •⁠ ⁠Young Puru’s ultimate mic drop moment of detachment and devotion •⁠ ⁠Plus: How a hardcore cookbook made its way onto the show (Walk-On Wednesday… on a Friday) •⁠ ⁠And, Raghunath’s high school brawl over a mustached senior (seriously) 🎧 Listen in and laugh your way through lust, curses, wisdom, and the yogic path of real freedom. 🌟 Subscribe for daily spiritual insights, and join thousands exploring bhakti-yoga through sacred texts and honest conversation. #SrimadBhagavatam #BhaktiYoga #KingYayati #SpiritualGrowth #DesireAndDetachment #WisdomOfTheSages #VedicWisdom #YogicLife SB 9.18.30-47 Find Laura Lee Flanagan's cookbook, Hardcore Vegetarian at https://a.co/d/8WgdWcn ********************************************************************* LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/wisdom_of_the_sages…

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1595: Puranic Mean Girls & Pascal's Take on Our Inner Emptiness 1:00:58

منذ 29 يومًا1:00:58

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Gatorade-stained beard? Check. All-night emergency room visit? Check. Spiritual wake-up call in aisle 12? Double check. But behind Raghunath’s dizzy spell and collapse on the floor of Home Depot lies a far more universal theme: our desperate urge to avoid silence, stillness, and the terrifying weight of our own inner emptiness. Drawing from Blaise Pascal’s haunting insight—that “all of humanity’s problems stem from man’s inability to sit quietly in a room alone”—Raghunath and Kaustubha explore how distraction and diversion keep us from doing the inner work that leads to peace, purpose, and awakening. Also: a peaceful garden walk devolves into a warrior princess throw-down. Key Highlights: •⁠ ⁠Is that spiritual ecstasy… or dangerously low blood sugar? •⁠ ⁠Why we flee silence—and how it sabotages our spiritual evolution •⁠ ⁠Pascal meets the Bhāgavatam: diversion as the disease of our age •⁠ ⁠When status, envy, and petty revenge collide—ancient wisdom, high-school drama •⁠ ⁠Level up before the universe has to shove you down 🎧 Listen now and reflect on what’s really keeping you from peace—before your next wake-up call comes in the plumbing aisle. #BhaktiYoga #SpiritualAwakening #WisdomOfTheSages #SrimadBhagavatam #ExistentialCrisis #BlaisePascal #HomeDepotLilas #StillnessAndSilence #JapaNotNetflix SB 9.18.1-29 ********************************************************************* LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/wisdom_of_the_sages…

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1594: Reflections, Shadows & Illusions of Love 1:00:36

منذ 4 weeks1:00:36

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When something looks so promising—so beautiful, so exciting—you think, this has to be it… but in the end, it leaves you empty. That’s what it means to live in the shadows - the imitations we chase: reflections that mimic the real thing, but have no substance. In this episode, Raghunath and Kaustubha conclude the wild and painfully relatable story of King Purūravā and Urvaśī from the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam, and share a bit about their own heartbreaks too. From noble warrior to emotional wreck, Purūravā’s obsession leads him to whimper before goddesses, trying to win back a woman who ghosted him in the most cosmic way. Key Highlights: •⁠ ⁠Reflections, shadows, and AI girlfriends: welcome to Purūravā’s downward spiral •⁠ ⁠When spiritual practice becomes just another form of escapism •⁠ ⁠Kaustubha, Raghunath, and Mara share their heartbreak stories 💔 •⁠ ⁠Is Raghu Mara’s rebound? •⁠ ⁠Material solutions won’t cure our material heartbreak •⁠ ⁠The pleasure codes come preloaded with pain Tune in for ancient wisdom, modern neurosis, and a whole lot of spiritual therapy. You may just see your own story in the shadows of King Purūravā. 🌞 Subscribe for daily inspiration and join thousands around the world on the transformative path of bhakti-yoga. 🎧 Listen now & share! #BhaktiWisdom #HeartbreakHealing #SpiritualPractice #SrimadBhagavatam #ReflectionsAndReality #PururavaAndUrvasi SB 9.14.39-49 ********************************************************************* LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/wisdom_of_the_sages…

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1593: Desire & Despair: A Vedic Case Study in Heartbreak 59:13

منذ 5 weeks59:13

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When the object of our desire becomes the center of our universe, and our dignity becomes the cost of the chase. In this brutally honest and strangely hilarious episode, Raghunath and Kaustubha dissect the story of King Pururava and Urvashi—a psychological case study from the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam that shows what happens when infatuation clouds the intelligence and the fantasy of love eclipses reality. Key Highlights: •⁠ ⁠“Desire is never far from despair” •⁠ ⁠When romance becomes a shortcut to self-worth, things get weird… fast. •⁠ ⁠Toxic masculinity? For sure. But let’s talk toxic femininity too. •⁠ ⁠The ancient Vedas meet Youth of Today lyrics and Bob Dylan—because of course they do. •⁠ ⁠“Romance keeps us in Maya”—and other unsexy truths we all need to hear •⁠ ⁠And yes, Raghunath actually has a “house axe” for intruders. Don’t ask. This episode hits the theme head-on: that heartbreak, that confusion, that desperation we feel when we lose ourselves in the fantasy of love—and how the Bhakti path calls us to something real. 🎧 Subscribe for daily wisdom rooted in timeless texts, and walk the path of Bhakti with clarity (and a little comedy). #HeartbreakAndHumility #VedicPsychology #SrimadBhagavatam #BhaktiWisdom #IllusionOfLove #DesireVsDiscernment #WisdomOfTheSages SB 9.14.17-38 ********************************************************************* LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/wisdom_of_the_sages…

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1592: Something Has to Die Inside: Threshold Sorrow in Bhakti Yoga 59:22

منذ 5 weeks59:22

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Not all sorrow is a step backwards—sometimes, it’s the signal that real growth has begun. In this powerful Q & A episode of Wisdom of the Sages, Raghunath and Kaustubha dive deep into what one listener calls “the sorrow of losing joy in the material world.” What unfolds is a raw, insightful conversation on threshold sorrow—the strange pain of shedding old pleasures that no longer satisfy, and crossing into the unknown terrain of spiritual depth. 🎧 All Questions Answered in this Episode: •⁠ ⁠Is it normal to feel sadness when losing taste for material pleasures? •⁠ ⁠How to understand sattva guna (the mode of goodness)? •⁠ ⁠Were Lord Rāma’s exiled sons bereft of His loving affection? •⁠ ⁠How do I know if I’m doing what God intends for me to do in life? From the bittersweet poetry of spiritual surrender to the mystery of divine separation, Raghunath and Kaustubha unpack what it means when Krishna starts cleaning out the clutter of your heart. Sometimes, enlightenment feels like heartbreak. But there’s beauty in the break. Key Highlights: •⁠ ⁠Why “threshold sorrow” is a sign of real progress on the bhakti path •⁠ ⁠What happens when you try to relive your old joys and it just tastes like… Carvel? •⁠ ⁠Poetry can capture the bittersweet taste of spiritual growth •⁠ ⁠Why Luv and Kush weren’t spiritually shortchanged—even if their dad was Lord Rāma and they were raised by a sage in the woods •⁠ ⁠The surprising power of sattva (goodness) as more than just “calm energy” •⁠ ⁠God’s will, your purpose, and the secret of finding clarity in a confusing world 🔔 Subscribe for more daily drops of yoga wisdom and truth bombs from the bhakti tradition. 🎙️ Listen now and let the old self die—so something better can be born. #BhaktiYoga #ThresholdSorrow #SpiritualAwakening #LettingGo #KrishnaConsciousness #WisdomOfTheSages #BhagavadGita #SitaRam #VedicWisdom #ThreeGunas #ModeOfGoodness #BhaktiTransformation #EgoDeath #LoveAndSeparation ********************************************************************* LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/wisdom_of_the_sages…

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1591: What's Good? What's Bad? (And How Our Minds are Lying to Us) 55:27

منذ 5 weeks55:27

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Prince Hamlet collides with Śrīmad Bhāgavatam in this mind-bending episode on the illusion of “good and bad.” Raghunath and Kaustubha explore Bhakti Yoga, mental programming, and the transformative power of staying steady amid life’s chaos. They unpack a verse that flips the spiritual script: liberation doesn’t require a cave—it requires clarity. With vegan cheesecake hangovers, Tom Sawyer tricks, and a dose of Shakespearean angst, this episode reveals how kings lived as yogis—and how your own messy, modern life can become sacred ground for spiritual evolution. Key Highlights: •⁠ ⁠“There is nothing either good or bad, but thinking makes it so.” — Hamlet (and basically the Bhāgavatam too) •⁠ ⁠Why your mind is a meaning-making machine—and how that distorts reality •⁠ ⁠Eastern philosophy says good and bad are illusions—here’s what that really means •⁠ ⁠The Bhagavad-gītā’s bold message: you can transcend duality without renouncing your responsibilities •⁠ ⁠How tolerance is the first quality of a true sadhu or yogi •⁠ ⁠Why red isn’t good, blue isn’t bad, and Denmark is just a mindset 🎧 Tune in, subscribe, and share the love. #BhagavadGita #SrimadBhagavatam #BhaktiYoga #Hamlet #NonDuality #MeaningMakingMachine #SpiritualWisdom #WisdomOfTheSages SB 9.13.27 ********************************************************************* LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/wisdom_of_the_sages…

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1590: Dark Corners of Our Cities, Dark Corners of Our Minds 53:50

منذ 5 weeks53:50

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This episode blends sacred aesthetics, urban design, dharmic leadership, and bhakti wisdom into one compelling conversation. A perfect listen for seekers, city dwellers, and anyone wondering why the world feels off—and how to realign it. Raghunath and Kaustubha explore a luminous vision of divine-centered living from the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam—where elephants spray perfume, love flows between citizens and leaders, and the architecture reflects a sacred inner life. But this isn’t just some mythic utopia. It’s a blueprint. Key Highlights: * Simone Weil’s insight: “To be rooted is perhaps the most important and least recognized need of the human soul.” * What Ayodhya, Delhi and the Cross Bronx Expressway tell us about spiritual disconnection * The loop of degradation—and how to break it * Lessons from Christian cathedrals, Hindu temples 🎧 Tune in now and rediscover what society looks like when it’s built around the sacred root. #Bhagavatam #UrbanSpirituality #Ayodhya #DivineCenteredLife #BhaktiYoga #SpiritualArchitecture #SimoneWeil #WisdomOfTheSages #SacredCityDesign ********************************************************************* LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/wisdom_of_the_sages…

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1589: No Hostility in the Heart of a Yogi: It’s a Deal Breaker 57:22

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Resentment isn’t just a feeling—it’s a spiritual disease? In this power-packed episode, Raghunath and Kaustubha discuss one of Bhakti-yoga’s most liberating teachings: the more we hear about the life and character of Lord Rāma, the more the disease of envy is cleansed from our hearts. This is a real look at the subtle ways hostility creeps into even spiritual communities… and how to root it out before it festers into full-blown inner plague. Key Highlights: * “No hostility in the heart of a yogi”—what this really means and why it’s non-negotiable * The mind always finds a way to rationalize animosity (and what to do about it) * The ‘hot coal’ analogy that might change how you handle resentment forever * Sauerkraut, ego death, and learning to see others through Rāma’s eyes * Why spiritual life means no selective love — even for that one person Drop the hostility. Pick up the stories of Lord Rāma. And let the heart realign with the divine. 🎧 Listen now & don’t forget to subscribe for your daily dose of timeless wisdom. #NoHostility #BhaktiYoga #WisdomOfTheSages #SrimadBhagavatam #LetGoOfEnvy #LoveLikeRama #SpiritualMaturity #DailyBhakti ********************************************************************* LOVE THE PODCAST? WE ARE COMMUNITY SUPPORTED AND WOULD LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN! Go to https://www.wisdomofthesages.com WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@WisdomoftheSages LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts/apple.com/us/podcast/wisdom-of-the-sages/id1493055485 CONNECT ON FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/wisdomofthesages108 CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/wisdom_of_the_sages To revisit the recordings of the Bhakti Yoga Conference: Grace in an Age of Distraction Hosted at Harvard Divinity School please visit the following link: https://www.happyjackyoga.com/bhakti-yoga-conference…

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