Podcasts about Bhakti Fest

Suzanne discusses using ritual to dive deeper into our innate power for personal and planetary transformation. With host Bonnie Burkert. Suzanne Sterling is a musician, teacher, ritualist, and activist who has been performing and teaching transformational workshops for over 25 years.   She is founder of Voice of Change Trainings and co-founder of Off The Mat, Into the World.  She has been featured at hundreds of international festivals and conference centers including Wanderlust, Omega, Esalen, Kripalu, Yoga Journal, Envision, Burning Man, Symbiosis, Bhaktifest, Boomfest, Lightning in a Bottle, Balispirit and many more. With her co-founded organization Off The Mat, Into the World, she spent 15 years training leaders in spiritual activism and social justice and was Director of Seva Challenge humanitarian tours, raising over $3.5 million to support local community resilience projects.  For 25 years, she has worked with the international Reclaiming Community creating ritual, training teachers and offering Sacred Leadership trainings. An award winning musician, she has released five solo albums and numerous DVD soundtracks. Her workshops, performances, and classes are a fusion of ecstatic movement, sound & singing, ritual and prayer.www.suzannesterling.comHost Bonnie Burkert melds the worlds of media and higher consciousness, sharing tools for transformation to find our highest truth and live our brightest life. https://www.instagram.com/yogi_bon/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/truth-be-told-paranormal--3589860/support.

Please enjoy this conversation with Dr Sandhya Subramanian, B.D.S Dental surgery, MS Psychotherapy and Counselling, aka Sita Devi Dasi Sita. Sita is a qualified dentist but very passionate about also working for the Environment and Youth and Women. She started the Bhaktivedanta Hospital Youth Foundation, under which she conducted an AIDS awareness counselling program for youth based on the culture and traditional value systems of India for a decade and impacted almost 50,000 Youth. She initiated other projects, such as anti-plastic campaigns and tree plantation drives, that engaged youth from 50 schools and colleges in Mumbai. Spiritually, she has been a sincere practitioner of Bhakti yoga for the past 32 years. She presently heads the Women Empowerment and Skill Development Program for rural women at Radhanath Swami's Eco Village outside of Mumbai. This program assists local women in various aspects, such as spirituality, health, poverty alleviation, and food security, and teaches them to earn a livelihood through skills such as stitching, painting, handicrafts, and food production. As a trained dentist she gives free treatment and awareness talks in the villages about general health and hygiene. She conducts workshops and seminars and conducts counselling and psychotherapy especially for women's issues. She has participated in many conferences and seminars, such as the Nexus Conference and Eco-theology Conference organized by Yale University at GEV. She has also presented at Bhakti Fest — a bhakti yoga and Kirtan event near LA since 2016. Title of Session: Empowering Women: A Personal Journey into Bhakti Yoga Connect with Sita Devi Dasi: INSTAGRAM: @sitacapricorn EMAIL: sita.rns@gmail.com This event is hosted by ✨ Happy Jack Yoga University ✨ www.happyjackyoga.com ➡️ Facebook: /happyjackyoga ➡️ Instagram: @happyjackyoga Bhakti Yoga Conference at Harvard Divinity School Experience a one-of-a-kind online opportunity with 40+ renowned scholars, monks, yogis, and thought leaders! REGISTER FOR FREE: www.happyjackyoga.com/bhakti-... This conference is your opportunity to immerse yourself in the wisdom of sincere practitioners as they address the questions and challenges faced by us all. Expect thought-provoking discussions, actionable insights, and a deeper understanding of cultivating Grace in an Age of Distraction and incorporating Bhakti Yoga into your daily life.

Today Natalie Valle, a multidisciplinary healer and leader in the wellness space, shares her journey into the world of yoga, sound healing, and Dharma coaching. She shares how yoga and meditation helped her find her purpose and led her to become a Nike mindfulness coach. Natalie also dishes on crucial pieces to finding your dharma and how using sound can help you manifest your desires. Listen in and discover:  

WHAT DO I TRULY BELIEVE IN? WHAT IS MY RELATIONSHIP WITH “GOD?” IS THE FAITH I GREW UP WITH STILL MINE?

I'm joined by Nikunja, a musician and yoga teacher who bridges the creative arts with ancient philosophy. Following a path of devotion — known as Bhakti yoga — Nikunja teaches the embodiment of the Bhagavad Gita as a way of life. Nikunja has reimagined chapters from the Gita as part of a project to illuminate yoga's sacred nature, which extends far beyond physical postures. In exploring the Gita's ancient wisdom, we discuss the divine intellect, reading sacred scripture as a spiritual practice, the art of listening, the nuances of yoga philosophy across traditions, single-pointed devotion as a pathway to union with God, the nature of the soul and the supreme self, the overlooked value of the teacher / student dynamic, and much more. In September, Nikunja will be performing at the Bhakti Fest in California. She will be sharing music on the main stage and conducting a workshop. Discounted tickets for the festival can be found at https://www.bhaktifest.com/tickets by entering the code NIKUNJA. And just a reminder before we jump into the conversation to please like, rate, subscribe and share to help more people access the podcast. Enjoy! Nikunja's Resources: Website: https://www.nikunjartistry.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nikunja YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC44NFKxo4399zT6byAVOZkA Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/11SfT4EjJa4ObpX8nZJQ7M?si=_Sp4fdglQ4qKGf82Fvv9QA

Natalie is a multidisciplinary practitioner based in Los Angeles. A signed Nike Mindfulness Coach, with certifications in Soundology, Reiki Master, Chopra Institute Wellness Coach and Meditation Teacher, Dharma Coaching, Yoga Teacher Training (RYT 200), and EFT. Her work has been featured in the LA Times, Well + Good, and Business Insider, and has headlined yoga festivals such as Wanderlust and Bhakti Fest. Connect with Natalie Website: www.loveandalchemy.com Instagram: Instagram.com/loveandalchemy Podcast: https://www.loveandalchemy.com/the-practical-alchemy-podcast Connect with Ina Wellness Collective Website: https://www.inawellnesscollective.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inawellnesscollective/

Embark on a profound exploration of spiritual wisdom with Sruti Ram. Join us in this captivating video as Sruti Ram shares his incredible journey as a disciple of Neem Karoli Baba and his transformative experiences with Ram Dass throughout India. Discover the roots of his meditation and kirtan teachings that have resonated globally, drawing thousands to sacred spaces like the Omega Institute, Bhaktifest, and the Mahakal Temple in India. All roads indeed lead to Ram, and Sruti Ram's story is a testament to the transformative power of devotion and spiritual connection.

Finding Light: A Conversation on Spirituality and Self-Love with Natalie Valle Natalie is a multidisciplinary healer and leader in the wellness space, based in Los Angeles. Her background includes certifications in Soundology, Reiki Master, Chopra Institute Wellness Coach and Meditation Teacher, Dharma Coaching, Yoga Teacher Training (RYT 200), and EFT. Natalie has been featured in the LA Times, Well + Good, and Business Insider, and has headlined yoga festivals such as Wanderlust, Bhakti Fest, and many more. Working with Natalie you can expect a healing experience that will help you transmute any negative patterns that are holding you back from feeling light, aligned, and empowered. Using different modalities that have helped her along her journey, she helps people create and design a program and experience that fits their specific needs. Connect with Natalie: Website Podcast: Practical Alchemy Podcast YouTube Instagram: @LoveandAlchemy_ Get in touch with us: ☪ Instagram: @DulceCandyPodcast ☪ Instagram: @DulceCandy ☪ Instagram: @SweetSoul ☪ Podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ☪ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch the video episodes!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ❤ W R I T E  T O   M E  ❤ Dulce Candy, Inc. 3940 Laurel Canyon Blvd Suite 243 Los Angeles, CA 91604 Support the podcast: Follow/Subscribe, then Rate/Review Spiritually Me! on Spotify and Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. Get to know me: I'm Dulce Candy, your Latina sister, Chopra Meditation teacher, and lifestyle content creator passionate about inspiring women to live their purpose in the most soul-centred, authentic, & holistic way! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dulce-ruiz5/message

Are you ready to journey through a healing sanctuary? In this first of three interviews by Reverend Tom Ziegert, Reverend Dr. Beth Cooper, a Christian elder and holistic health practitioner, takes us along her personal path of physical and mental healing. With an array of techniques from massage to tuina, acupressure to somatic experience, she has woven a remarkable tapestry of healing at the Bhakti Fest. At one point, our host, Tom grappled with depression, and through the guidance of his chiropractor, discovered the transformative powers of amino acid therapy and dietary changes. Tom's candid sharing of personal experiences in juxtaposition with Beth's healing modalities is truly inspiring.The episode takes an intriguing turn as we delve into the fascinating history of massage, linking it back to French missionaries and the ancient Chinese art of tuina. The discussion emphasizes the necessity of touch and connection in healing and the importance of equipping ourselves with a diverse set of healing tools. We also reflect on the critical role healers play in our society, especially in managing trauma, chronic pain, anxiety, and stress. Whether you're on a healing journey yourself or seeking to understand more about holistic health practices, this episode with Dr. Beth Cooper offers revealing insights into the power of holistic healing.

Hemalayaa discusses how to tune in to your true calling to enhance your life. Hemalayaa empowers with her unique blend of traditional and modern mentorship and coaching. She provides tools to break down barriers that hold us back from experiencing a powerful spiritual connection. Hemalayaa is passionate about leading women to your own truth as well as inspiring a yogic lifestyle. Her work inspires and motivates thousands of women to live healthy and joyful lives. She facilitates her work globally and stars in numerous DVDs. She also hosts her own TV show, “Bolly Blast”, bringing fitness to a whole new level of fun through yoga and dance. Hemalayaa has toured internationally with several yoga/conscious festivals and conferences including Wanderlust, Yoga Journal, LIB, Bhakti Fest, and many more.Hemalayaa's magnetic energy leads all into a liberated state of being: balanced in true self-acceptance and a passion for life.Hemalayaa has been featured in numerous publications such as NY Times, Origin, Yoga Journal, LA Times, and Shape, as well as on the talk shows Ellen, Lisa Oz, and The Today Show.www.hemalayaa.comHost Bonnie Burkert melds the worlds of media and higher consciousness, sharing tools for transformation to find our highest truth and live our brightest life. www.instagram.com/yogi_bonThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3589860/advertisement

Anne Sheridan and Chad Baron are collaborators with Degrowth California. They are a community helping facilitate education, conversation, and action within the state and country.  https://degrowthcalifornia.org/ ... Cosmic Labyrinth at Bhakti Fest ... https://www.cosmiclabyrinth.world/    

Our guest this evening on Inner Journey with Greg Friedman is Sridhar. He has traveled the world studying and teaching yoga and meditation, was a NYC real estate tycoon, opened one of the first natural health food stores in L.A., started a hugely successful organic cosmetics company (and was directly responsible for bringing tea tree oil to America), plus hosted some of the most influential spiritual leaders on the planet at his Topanga Canyon retreat center, and also is the found of amazing events Shakti and Bhakti fests. After a 3-year hiatus, Bhakti Fest is making it's long-awaited return! The revival of a premiere 3-day Yoga & Conscious Music Festival, offering music all day, a wide variety of yoga, breathwork, sound healing, spiritual and wellness workshops in a magical hi-desert setting at the Joshua Tree Lake & Campground.

Stacy and Brenda talk with Rev Wendy Silvers, founder of the Million Mamas Movement, creator of The Awakened Mother TM series, host of The Awakened Mother Podcast and International bestselling coauthor about motherhood as a spiritual practice and how to we can build healthy families in today's world. We discuss: What led her to the work she doesWhat is the gift of a spiritual practice?How is Motherhood a spiritual path?What her daily spiritual practice is and how to integrate this into your life.How she birthed the Million Mamas MovementWhat is missing in families today.How Wendy's work supports the bigger macrovision picture of healing the world.Reverend Wendy Silvers helps moms embody their power, raise healthy, empowered kids and lead with love. She is a mom, Minister, Spiritual Teacher and Sacred Activist. Nicknamed 'Mama Wendy' by her clients, she is known for her keen intuitive wisdom and honesty, fierce dedication to moms, children and families thriving, and freedom. She is the founder of the Million Mamas Movement, creator of The Awakened Mother TM series, host of The Awakened Mother Podcast and a co-author of the International bestselling book, Balance for Busy Moms. Her next book will be published in Spring 2023.Rev. Wendy produces and hosts events as well as speaks at cutting edge venues such as Agape International Spiritual Center, Conscious Living Expo, Bhakti Fest, Health Freedom Events and Spiritual Centers. She has shared stages with Michael Beckwith, Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., Del Bigtree, Marianne Williamson, and so many other luminaries. She received the American Riviera Women's Entrepreneur of the Year Award in 2014.Rev. Wendy has decades of experience as a Spiritual Counselor, Trauma-Informed Parenting Coach, child development, 36 years of experience in the 12-Step Recovery Movement and had a former career as an Entertainment Publicist. She is married and the proud mother of an amazing young woman.Wendy Silver's linkinstagram.com/revwendysilversfacebook.com/wendysilversBe the Love Links:JOIN US IN COSTA RICA! Awaken Your Soul Women's Retreat, November 6-12th, 2023https://awakenyourempoweredsoul.com/be-the-love-costa-rica-retreatWebsite: https://www.bethelovepodcast.com/Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/bethelovepodcastFacebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bethelovepodcast Instagram: @bethelovepodcastPatreon Website: https://www.patreon.com/bethelovepodcastYour Empowered Soul: A Natural Pathway to Healing Anxiety and Depression https://smile.amazon.com/dp/0578401851/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_Y764EDGHTVEKW7EV25H7--Free Journey to Abundant Energy video series with Brenda Carey. https://www.sacredpathyogaandreiki.com/journeyHeatherlyn's website: https://www.heatherlynmusic.com This episode was edited by Chelsea Weaverhttp://chelseaweaverpodcasting.comlinktree,

Miker Pauker is a devotional rock artist and the founder of Beautiful Way Records. TIME Magazine has described Pauker as one of "The 10 Stars Of The New Jewish Music.” Pauker has shared the stage with artists including: Matisyahu, Rebelution, Stephen Marley, Dovavon Frankenreiter, Ayla Nereo, The Polish Ambassador, Trevor Hall, Mike Love and others. Notable performance highlights include Red Rocks, Envison, ARISE, Hullaween, Cali World Fest, Electric Forest, Beloved, Bhakti Fest, and Chant 4 Change on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial. For the past 9 years Mikey has served as music faculty at the National Songleader Boot Camp Conference teaching classes on spiritual embodied practice, music business strategy, and artist development. More info: https://mikeypauker.com https://beautifulwayrecords.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/mikeypauker/ https://www.instagram.com/beautifulwayrecords/ Petition to include Jewish Music Category: https://www.change.org/p/create-a-jewish-music-category-at-the-grammy-awards   ----------- ABOUT YOUR HOST: Porter Singer is music-maker, podcaster and emotional guide.  More info: https://portersinger.com/ ------------- MUSIC CREDITS:   INTRO: "Don't Worry, Be Happy (Instrumental)" by Porter Singer and Songs of Eden; OUTRO: "If You Want to Sing Out, Sing Out (Instrumental) by Porter Singer and Songs of Eden   ------------ WAYS TO SUPPORT THE PODCAST:   EARTH BREEZE LAUNDRY SHEETS ~ These Earth-friendly dehydrated laundry sheets will leave your clothes super clean, without the waste of bulky plastic containers. The referral money we get from YOU clicking on that link and ordering will help sustain this podcast AND help care for our beautiful Earth. Thank you in advance! Click to purchase: https://www.earthbreeze.com/?rfsn=6157640.8b8358   SAGE MOON:  I highly recommend their "Inner Child and Beyond" Deck! If you've been wanting to heal your relationship, with, well, everything and everyone, I cannot speak highly enough of this deck, with its beautiful imagery and wise soothing prompts.  https://sagemoon.com/?rfsn=1754610.9fe2b6   BANDZOOGLE WEBSITES ~ We have been using this website provider since the early 2000s. It is so easy to use and customize, and super efficient for selling your music and/or services. Best of all, it's super affordable! More info on Bandzoogle: https://bandzoogle.com/?memref=rd890    If you'd like to leave us a tip--wow, really?!--you can do so by visiting the following sites/apps.   @portersinger on Venmo @SirgunKaurK on PayPal  

Rev. Wendy Silvers helps moms embody their power, raise healthy, empowered kids and lead with love. She is a mom, Minister, Spiritual Teacher and Sacred Activist. Nicknamed 'Mama Wendy' by her clients, she is known for her keen intuitive wisdom and honesty, fierce dedication to moms, children and families thriving, and freedom. She is the founder of the Million Mamas Movement, creator of The Awakened Mother TM series, host of The Awakened Mother Podcast and a co-author of the International bestselling book, Balance for Busy Moms. Her next book will be published in Spring 2023. Rev. Wendy produces and hosts events as well as speaks at cutting edge venues such as Agape International Spiritual Center, Conscious Living Expo, Bhakti Fest, Health Freedom Events and Spiritual Centers. She has shared stages with Michael Beckwith, Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., Del Bigtree, Great Grandmother Mary Lyons, Kelly Gores, Marianne Williamson, Dr. Shefali Tsabary, Panache Desai, Sister Jenna, and other luminaries. She received the American Riviera Women's Entrepreneur of the Year Award in 2014. Rev. Wendy has decades of experience as a Spiritual Counselor, Trauma-Informed Parenting Coach, child development, 35 years of experience in the 12-Step Recovery Movement and had a former career as an Entertainment Publicist. She is married and the proud mother of an amazing young woman.

I know most of us can agree that music has healing qualities and can be a source of therapy for us whether we write it, listen, sing or move to it. My guest today is a very talented singer-songwriter (and mom) who has spent much of her life sharing music and sound in different ways. We met through the yoga community years ago and decided to have a conversation with each other that we would share on both of our podcasts. Mine being "Inspired Grownups" and her's being "Inspired Artist".  We get into the many ways music & sound can help us heal and grow at different times in our lives. Porter Singer is a spiritually-inclined musician, emotional fluency coach, podcaster and founder of body cello. Her intention is to beam out a harmonious vibration that gathers lightworkers in collaborative community. Porter has released a variety of singles as "Porter Singer, nine albums as "Sirgun Kaur" and one album as "Porter" called (The Self-Fulfilling Prophecy). She has performed in Europe and across the United States, leading conscious wellness festivals such as Bhakti Fest. She hosts Inspired Artist Podcast: Conversations with Spiritual Creatives; and the "Sensitive Superhero Tribe" on Facebook. To connect with Porter go to her website http://www.PorterSinger.com Watch on Youtube & follow on IG@Iamportersinger Listen to Inspired Artist PodcastTo connect with me, Alana Banana, follow on IG @TheAlanaBananaShow or join the Inspired Grownups Private FB Group. For The Alana Banana Show kids content subscribe to our Youtube Channel or listen to music online wherever you stream your music. The Alana Banana Show on Apple MusicThe Alana Banana Show on Spotify

Sridhar Silberfein, entrepreneur and event producer, is the founder of Bhakti Fest- a world renowned festival for spirituality that has hosted world class teachers, artists, and thought leaders, including Ram Dass, Deepak Chopra, Krishna Das, Radhanath Swami, and many more. He has studied Hatha Yoga, philosophy, and kirtan with Swami Satchidananda and others. In this conversation with our host Yael Ginzburg, Sridhar speaks about the time needed for dreams to develop and manifest, the lightness of success and failure, not letting others discourage us from doing what we want, the importance of having a foundation of unconditional love and spirituality, his relationship with Guru Ama, and more. Join their next retreat at Yandara this coming November! Bhakti Fest's website Bhakti Fest's Instagram @bhakti_fest Check out the different experiences Yandara offers on our website Yandara's Instagram @yandarayoga Yael's Instagram @yaelginzburg

Visvambhar is the lead singer of the internationally acclaimed group The Mayapuris, a headlining Kirtan group that has rocked stages from India to Florida, Australia to South Africa. From age 5, Vish has spent his life leading Kirtans in the Vaisnava tradition. He is a multi-instrumentalist, a master of the Mridanga drum, and performs in traditional and fusion styles. Vish started performing in the modern yoga studio culture in 2007. Since then, he has performed at countless studio gatherings and well-known spiritual venues like Bhaktifest, Omega Institute, Wanderlust, Beloved Festival, Floyd Festival, and many others. In addition to being a master percussionist, Vish plays many instruments – harmonium, bamboo flute, guitar, sitar, and bass. Vish is also an in-demand sideman and has toured with Kirtan pioneer Jai Uttal and is also a performing and recording artist with the renowned world-beat ensemble, The Hanumen. Vish has mastered his art and has a rare capacity to invoke the ‘rasa' or the essence of the transcendental energies that define the Kirtan path.

Being Intentional: Anvita Sharma Anvita Sharma Kathak (@anvitasharma.kathak) • Instagram photos and videos Born in Boston and raised in LA, Anvita Sharma is a company performer and Kathak dance instructor of the Lucknow Gharana at Kathak Kala Academy. Coming from a family of Hindustani music scholars, she was exposed to various styles of music and dance early on, but finally realized her passion was in Kathak.   Anvita first started teaching Kathak at the Pasadena Hindu Temple in April 2007, in the middle of her first career change. She had a degree in Finance, but after a few years of working in the corporate sector, she was back in school studying to become an RN. It was in the middle of nursing school when her Guru Rachana Upadhyay suggested she teach Kathak. From then on and until July 2022, Anvita was a full-time registered nurse and Kathak dance teacher. Having two careers for many years meant working long days, while teaching, performing, and holding lecture demos on nights and weekends. Some of her local work has been presented at Bhakti Fest, JPL, USC Pacific Asia Museum, Madison Square Gardens with Pt Birju Maharaj's troupe, Mumbai Sister Cities, IJWD and the Ratha Yatra festival. She has enjoyed teaching in the community, watching students grow from elementary school to when they move away to college. After juggling both careers for 15 years, she recently decided to take a leap of faith, and resigned from her nursing career to dedicate herself to Kathak full time. She is also an active member of Indian Performing Arts Center (IPAC), a non-profit organization which strives to preserve Indian culture through dance. She is currently completing her 6th year Prabhakar degree from Prayag Sangeet Samiti Institution of Music and Dance. Anvita offers classes in Pasadena, Anaheim, Irvine, LA and online. With over 20 years of training in this form of art, her journey continues as disciple under Guru Rachana Upadhyay in Los Angeles and more recently, Smt. Durga Arya in Germany.   (0:02:13) Going Full Time in Kathak (0:05:25) Insights on Time Management: Teaching Kathak along with being a Registered Nurse (0:08:15) Planning Systems for Organization (0:11:05) Having more time for kathakl (0:14:19) Setting up your Riyaz Space (0:19:02) How you teach differently (0:25:59) Affiliating with Prayag Sangeet Samiti (0:36:02) Starting Lessons on Singing (0:37:13) What Anvita is learning these days (0:44:04) Behind the scenes of an Annual Dance Recital (0:49:39) Insights on creating your own academy

Mikey Pauker and Shiva Baum join Raghu for a conversation around music, spirituality, and getting vulnerable.Mikey Pauker is a folk/world artist playing such festivals and venues as Electric Forest and Red Rocks. His new album, ASCENSION, is an invitation to listen to the call of our inner wilderness and to greet our darkness with understanding and an open heart. Inspired by teachers who blend yoga and mystical practices, he went to study in Jerusalem, soaking up the hidden teachings of his ancestral lineage. These spiritual dimensions guided his artistic development as he explored ecstatic music festivals and mystical religious traditions. Stay connected at www.mikeypauker.com.Shiva Baum is a record producer and peak performance coach. With an expertise in sacred mantra chanting, he is the head of music programming for the world renown yoga music festivals Bhakti Fest and Shakti Fest.Explore the intersection of Buddhism & Bhakti at the inaugural Love Serve Remember Summer Mountain Retreat August 25th - 29th in Boone, NC!"There are things in the world that are so horrific and so heartbreaking, that if you let them, they will lock you out of your heart. And our job as artists, as leaders in working with higher consciousness and promoting higher consciousness—our job is not to let these moments, these situations, these tragedies, this pain, lock us out of our own heart." – Shiva Baum See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Yael Ginzburg speaks with Bella Silberfein about moving through the changes of life with grace. Collectively, we experienced so much change in the last two years. In our personal lives, and in the way many businesses existed. Today we spoke about how Bella and Bhakti fest navigated these changes, dissolving the limits we put on ourselves, releasing self doubt, creating community, how to let go of the pressure to fit in to a certain ‘box' but in any field making it your own and more. Bella Silberfein is the Event coordinator and Co-founder of Luna Sol retreats; the post COVID evolution of Bhakti fest. Bhakti fest, which was founded by her father Sridar Silberfein, is one of the most well known yoga and sacred music events in the world, hosting many inspiring artists and teachers like Krishna Das, Ram Das, Deepak Chopra and more. Bella who grew up at the festival shares her unique experience. Bhakti Fest's website Check out the different experiences Yandara offers on our website Yandara's Instagram @yandarayoga Yael's Instagram @yaelginzburg

Truth Be Told Transformation host Bonnie ‘YogiBon' Burkert is interviewed by intuitive energy healer Ginger Pullman on transforming her life as a label exec to focus on the spiritual path. Bonnie 'YogiBon' Burkert hit the upper ranks at several major labels promoting superstars including Radiohead, Björk, Metallica, Foo Fighters, Tracy Chapman and The Cure. She shifted her prowess to the wellness and spirit worlds, and has worked with Bhakti Fest, Contact In The Desert, and über-healthy Flackers Crackers. Her Kundalini yoga certification and studies in ayurveda, shamanic traditions, earth ascension, and herbology earned her the nickname YogiBon: purveyor of Good Vibes. BB grew up in Vienna, Austria, went to college in Iowa City, started her career in Manhattan, worked in Minneapolis and Cancun, Mexico, and did a yoga intensive in Rishikesh, India. She currently lives in the Hollywood Hills, just one canyon over from the UBN Studios. www.instagram.com/yogi_bon Guest host Ginger Pullman is a certified energy healer, intuitive tarot card reader, and past life investigator. Using her gifts of clairvoyance, clairaudience, and claircognizance, she gives accurate psychic readings and healings. Ginger believes in empowering her clients to discover their own intuitive gifts. www.seekeymelrose.com

Amanda Lucia is Professor of Religious Studies at the University of California-Riverside. Her research engages the global exportation, appropriation, and circulation of Hinduism, with designated attention to global guru movements. On her previous visit to Spirit Matters we discussed her book about Mata Amritanandamayi, Reflections of Amma: Devotees in a Global Embrace. On this program we focused on her new book, White Utopias: The Religious Exoticism of Transformational Festivals, which analyzes yoga practice and the intersections of whiteness and religious exoticism among the “spiritual, but not religious” (SBNR) at global transformational festivals such as such as Bhakti Fest, Wanderlust, Lightning in a Bottle, and Burning Man. The author of numerous scholarly articles, she is currently crafting a body of research on media representations of gurus, with particular attention to scandal. Learn more about Amanda Lucia here: https://www.amandajeanlucia.com/about

New Orleans' Seán Johnson & The Wild Lotus Band create a universal style of cross-cultural spiritual music filtered through the depth, sincerity, and soul of their own American and ancestral roots. Their music merges conscious lyrics, sacred chants from the spiritual traditions of yoga and beyond, and roots, rock, gospel, and global grooves. They are known for creating interactive, soul-stirring songs to dance and sing along with as well as to grieve and heal. In 2005, Seán founded the band as a post-hurricane Katrina philanthropic music project, raising funds across the country for relief from the devastation of the storm. The theme of searching for grace and inspiration amidst challenge and destruction has permeated their music ever since. In 2007, they released their first album, ‘Calling The Spirits' which caught the ears of pioneering Canadian record producer Terry McBride, founder of Nettwerk Records and Lilith Fair. McBride signed the band to Nettwerk for the release of their follow-up album, ‘Devaloka.' When Putumayo World Music founder, Dan Storper heard ‘Devaloka,' he chose music off the record to be featured on Putumayo's first compilation of music designed for yoga. Inclusion on three Putumayo albums has helped propel the band's music to listeners across the globe. Their last album ‘Unity' debuted #1 on the iTunes World Music Chart and #3 on Billboard. Their upcoming album ‘Mystery' will be released on October 29th on Be Still Records. They are a favorite headliner at conscious music festivals across the U.S. and have played The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival on multiple occasions. In addition to being a musician, Seán is also a respected yoga teacher and teacher trainer who teaches at conferences and retreat centers internationally including Yoga Journal, Kripalu, Bhakti Fest, and The German Yoga Conference. He is the founder of Wild Lotus Yoga in his beloved hometown dubbed "New Orleans' Home for Heart-Centered Yoga," and Soul School, an interdisciplinary yoga teacher training program that focuses on teaching yoga with skill, heart, and imagination that he guides with Mitchel Bleier. He has a Master's degree from The Naropa Institute-Oakland with focus on teaching chant as spiritual practice, apprenticing there with south Indian musician and teacher Russill Paul, author of 'The Yoga Of Sound.' He is the co-curator and coordinator of Putumayo World Music's yoga music series. Seán is passionate about his Irish roots and ancestry, a pillar of his spirituality. He co-leads online Celtic Spirituality gatherings and retreats in Ireland each year with his friend, Ireland native Mary Meighan, founder of Celtic Journeys. In all these roles, Seán relishes creating a playful, tender, brave space for people to open their hearts and voices, and embrace their innate creativity.   For more info, visit www.SeanJohnsonAndTheWildLotusBand.com   You can also connect with Seán on Instagram and Facebook. And you can find the band's music, including their new album 'Mystery' wherever music is available online.    -- :: EARTH BREEZE LAUNDRY SHEETS :: These Earth-friendly dehydrated laundry sheets will leave your clothes super clean, without the waste of bulky plastic containers. The referral money we get from YOU clicking on that link and ordering will help sustain this podcast AND help care for our beautiful Earth. Thank you in advance! MORE INFO: https://www.earthbreeze.com/?rfsn=6157640.8b8358   -- ABOUT YOUR HOST: Porter Singer is a spiritually-inclined musician, podcaster, and creative sound mentor. Her intention is to beam out a harmonious vibration that gathers lightworkers in collaborative community. More info: https://portersinger.com/

In this FIRST EPISODE of Inspired Artist Podcast since October 2020 I'm with Isabelle Zimmerman--full-time ascension teacher and cosmic cheerleader. We discuss how we met, the spiritual backbone of romance, alternative relationships, sex magic, her non-physical peeps, cosmic downloads, and the spiritual guides of Jesus and Mary Magdalene. For more info on Isabelle Website: https://www.attractingwisdom.com/ || Her Podcast: https://attractingwisdom.podbean.com/ || and IG: @attractingwisdom ||   -- :: ABOUT THE HOST :: Porter Singer is a spiritually-inclined music-maker. Her lyrics and melodies are an offering intended to uplift each listener (and herself!).  Porter has released nine albums as “Sirgun Kaur” (Mantraspheric: Aad Guray Nameh, For Pamela, Let There Be Peace, -8, Minux Vox, Reclaim Your Happiness, Dayaal, The Cosmic Gift, and The Music Within), and one album as “Porter” (The Self-Fulfilling Prophecy). She has performed in Europe and across the United States, leading conscious wellness festivals such as Bhakti Fest. She currently resides in Washington state, where she continues to record and release new music on a regular basis. More info: https://portersinger.com/    

The final podcast from the vaults is with Will Marsh - sitar player, teacher, and composer. Check out music, the musical instruments he builds, as well as his Podcast "The World Music Podcast" here: https://www.willmarshmusic.com/   -- :: ABOUT THE HOST :: Porter Singer is a spiritually-inclined music-maker. Her lyrics and melodies are an offering intended to uplift each listener (and herself!).  Porter has released nine albums as “Sirgun Kaur” (Mantraspheric: Aad Guray Nameh, For Pamela, Let There Be Peace, -8, Minux Vox, Reclaim Your Happiness, Dayaal, The Cosmic Gift, and The Music Within), and one album as “Porter” (The Self-Fulfilling Prophecy). She has performed in Europe and across the United States, leading conscious wellness festivals such as Bhakti Fest. She currently resides in Washington state, where she continues to record and release new music on a regular basis. More info: https://portersinger.com/

The second podcast from the vaults is with Haji Basim - conscious musician and musical coach. Check out his upcoming "Holistic Ukulele" workshop and much more at: https://www.hajibasim.com/   -- :: ABOUT THE HOST :: Porter Singer is a spiritually-inclined music-maker. Her lyrics and melodies are an offering intended to uplift each listener (and herself!).  Porter has released nine albums as “Sirgun Kaur” (Mantraspheric: Aad Guray Nameh, For Pamela, Let There Be Peace, -8, Minux Vox, Reclaim Your Happiness, Dayaal, The Cosmic Gift, and The Music Within), and one album as “Porter” (The Self-Fulfilling Prophecy). She has performed in Europe and across the United States, leading conscious wellness festivals such as Bhakti Fest. She currently resides in Washington state, where she continues to record and release new music on a regular basis. More info: https://portersinger.com/

Pardon the interruption in our broadcast. Porter was on mental health sabbatical. There are 3 episodes of "Inspired Artist Podcast" to upload before she can commence new material. Please enjoy this wondering interview with producer, musician, and "sound painter" Vito Gregoli - http://www.vitogregolimusic.com/   -- :: ABOUT THE HOST :: Porter Singer is a spiritually-inclined music-maker. Her lyrics and melodies are an offering intended to uplift each listener (and herself!).  Porter has released nine albums as “Sirgun Kaur” (Mantraspheric: Aad Guray Nameh, For Pamela, Let There Be Peace, -8, Minux Vox, Reclaim Your Happiness, Dayaal, The Cosmic Gift, and The Music Within), and one album as “Porter” (The Self-Fulfilling Prophecy). She has performed in Europe and across the United States, leading conscious wellness festivals such as Bhakti Fest. She currently resides in Washington state, where she continues to record and release new music on a regular basis. More info: https://portersinger.com/

John Smrtic, JD, Advanced Certification Jivamukti Yoga, teaches yoga and meditation internationally and believes in love as the divine reality, holding the power to unify and fully awaken the soul, the eternal connection to Source, in this lifetime, through devotional, compassionate, yogic living. He innovatively shares yoga as the technology to spark this Divine Re-membering, more recently focusing on the power of silence, stillness and devotional surrender through meditation to actualize the indwelling spirit soul. John leads an annual pilgrimage to India and teaches at premiere festivals including Bhakti Fest. In this episode Yoga is Vegan's Holly Skodis and John Smrtic discuss the following:Yoga is Vegan Podcast Episode 67 with BankaMichael Franti YogaJivamukti Yoga, Sharon Gannon and David LifeAnimal husbandry and the manipulation of the sacred feminine World Peace Diet by Will TuttleParallels to the pandemic and the treatment of animalsMeditationMiscreated IJane Unchained Lunch Break Live Mung Beans & Rice Quesadilla with Holly Skodis Subscribe & Listen: Listen & Subscribe on Spotify Connect with John Smrtic:Instagram: @johnsmrticWebsite: bhaktigrooveyoga.com

Rob and Melissa are husband & wife kirtan musicians from the Seattle area, but they travel extensively, leading kirtans, workshops and retreats around the world. They have shared their music at numerous yoga festivals in the US, including Bhakti Fest, Prana Fest, Samsara Fest, and the Northwest Yoga Feast. They’ve been to Corvallis several times […] The post Rob & Melissa Live Zoom Kirtan first appeared on New World Kirtan > Calming Chants for a Crazy World.

In today's episode, I sit down with DJ Taz Rashid (@DJTazRashid) and we discuss making the shift from corporate life to following your passion and purpose, cultural awakenings, the massive and often forgotten role that music plays in modern yoga, and so much more!DJ Taz Rashid brings high vibrational energy to any room instantly by mixing the beats and rhythms of Love, Ancient New World, House, Devotional, and all the cosmic sounds. His vision is to be a channel to cause the expansion of all those around by tapping into the creative wisdom of the body and allowing them to feel, let go, and awaken.Taz has been producing and part of creating mindful events globally over the last few years and as a musician, he plays guitar, piano, Native American Flute, didgeridoo, and hand percussion. He takes these instruments and connects to source energy and what comes through has the ability to move his crowd to connect to their higher selves. Recently he has been performing and DJing at events such as Yoga Journal Conference, Wanderlust Festivals, Arise Festival, Bhakti Fest, Bali Spirit Fest, and many more high vibrational gatherings while sharing the stage with global acts such as Xavier Rudd, Michael Franti, Trevor Hall, Nahko Bear, MC Yogi, DJ Drez, and more…..In addition to producing and performing music for yoga and meditation, Taz focuses on guiding students toward developing inspirational music (playlists) for their classes. He emphasizes breath beat sequencing, texture, and a wide range of sound sourcing that, with awareness, can be combined to foster a mix of energizing, supportive and healing experiences.Taz also composes original music and for use by mindful brands, tv, movies, events, and other media with the vision of spreading an energy vibration of peace, love, and unity.Please enjoy this episode with the extremely talented, DJ Taz Rashid.--The complete show notes can be found at https://www.kevinwathey.com/podcastConnect with DJ Taz Rashid:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/djtazrashid/Website: https://www.djtazrashid.com/--Connect with Kevin Wathey:Website: https://www.Synchronicity.YogaBlog: https://www.KevinWathey.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/SynchronicityLLCFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/SynchronicityLLCTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/synchstationLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/synchronicityllc--Subscribe to, 'The Weekly Mindful Memo,' our VIP newsletter to receive exclusive updates, access, and giveaways: https://www.Synchronicity.Yoga/VIP--If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference in helping to convince hard-to-get guests. I also love reading the reviews!Is there someone you'd like to see us interview on the podcast or know someone who would be a great fit for the show? Let us know in the show note comments at https://www.kevinwathey.com/podcast or by clicking here. Have a wonderful rest of your day!!

Transformational festivals, from Burning Man to Lightning in a Bottle, Bhakti Fest, and Wanderlust, are massive events that attract thousands of participants to sites around the world.  In White Utopias: The Religious Exoticism of Transformational Festivals (University of California Press, 2020), Amanda J. Lucia shows how these festivals operate as religious institutions for "spiritual, but not religious" (SBNR) communities. Whereas previous research into SBNR practices and New Age religion has not addressed the predominantly white makeup of these communities, White Utopias examines the complicated, often contradictory relationships with race at these events, presenting an engrossing ethnography of SBNR practices. Lucia contends that participants create temporary utopias through their shared commitments to spiritual growth and human connection. But they also participate in religious exoticism by adopting Indigenous and Indic spiritualities, a practice that ultimately renders them exclusive, white utopias. Focusing on yoga's role in disseminating SBNR values, Lucia offers new ways of comprehending transformational festivals as significant cultural phenomena. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transformational festivals, from Burning Man to Lightning in a Bottle, Bhakti Fest, and Wanderlust, are massive events that attract thousands of participants to sites around the world.  In White Utopias: The Religious Exoticism of Transformational Festivals (University of California Press, 2020), Amanda J. Lucia shows how these festivals operate as religious institutions for "spiritual, but not religious" (SBNR) communities. Whereas previous research into SBNR practices and New Age religion has not addressed the predominantly white makeup of these communities, White Utopias examines the complicated, often contradictory relationships with race at these events, presenting an engrossing ethnography of SBNR practices. Lucia contends that participants create temporary utopias through their shared commitments to spiritual growth and human connection. But they also participate in religious exoticism by adopting Indigenous and Indic spiritualities, a practice that ultimately renders them exclusive, white utopias. Focusing on yoga's role in disseminating SBNR values, Lucia offers new ways of comprehending transformational festivals as significant cultural phenomena. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transformational festivals, from Burning Man to Lightning in a Bottle, Bhakti Fest, and Wanderlust, are massive events that attract thousands of participants to sites around the world.  In White Utopias: The Religious Exoticism of Transformational Festivals (University of California Press, 2020), Amanda J. Lucia shows how these festivals operate as religious institutions for "spiritual, but not religious" (SBNR) communities. Whereas previous research into SBNR practices and New Age religion has not addressed the predominantly white makeup of these communities, White Utopias examines the complicated, often contradictory relationships with race at these events, presenting an engrossing ethnography of SBNR practices. Lucia contends that participants create temporary utopias through their shared commitments to spiritual growth and human connection. But they also participate in religious exoticism by adopting Indigenous and Indic spiritualities, a practice that ultimately renders them exclusive, white utopias. Focusing on yoga's role in disseminating SBNR values, Lucia offers new ways of comprehending transformational festivals as significant cultural phenomena. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transformational festivals, from Burning Man to Lightning in a Bottle, Bhakti Fest, and Wanderlust, are massive events that attract thousands of participants to sites around the world.  In White Utopias: The Religious Exoticism of Transformational Festivals (University of California Press, 2020), Amanda J. Lucia shows how these festivals operate as religious institutions for "spiritual, but not religious" (SBNR) communities. Whereas previous research into SBNR practices and New Age religion has not addressed the predominantly white makeup of these communities, White Utopias examines the complicated, often contradictory relationships with race at these events, presenting an engrossing ethnography of SBNR practices. Lucia contends that participants create temporary utopias through their shared commitments to spiritual growth and human connection. But they also participate in religious exoticism by adopting Indigenous and Indic spiritualities, a practice that ultimately renders them exclusive, white utopias. Focusing on yoga's role in disseminating SBNR values, Lucia offers new ways of comprehending transformational festivals as significant cultural phenomena. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transformational festivals, from Burning Man to Lightning in a Bottle, Bhakti Fest, and Wanderlust, are massive events that attract thousands of participants to sites around the world.  In White Utopias: The Religious Exoticism of Transformational Festivals (University of California Press, 2020), Amanda J. Lucia shows how these festivals operate as religious institutions for "spiritual, but not religious" (SBNR) communities. Whereas previous research into SBNR practices and New Age religion has not addressed the predominantly white makeup of these communities, White Utopias examines the complicated, often contradictory relationships with race at these events, presenting an engrossing ethnography of SBNR practices. Lucia contends that participants create temporary utopias through their shared commitments to spiritual growth and human connection. But they also participate in religious exoticism by adopting Indigenous and Indic spiritualities, a practice that ultimately renders them exclusive, white utopias. Focusing on yoga's role in disseminating SBNR values, Lucia offers new ways of comprehending transformational festivals as significant cultural phenomena. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we speak with Dr. Amanda Lucia about her new book, White Utopias: The Religious Exoticism of Transformational Festivals (2020, UC Press). We discuss transformational festivals in California, the nature of religious exoticism, white possessivism, and cultural appropriation in North American yoga and bhakti communities.Speaker BioAmanda Lucia is Associate Professor of Religious Studies at the University of California-Riverside. Her research engages the global exportation, appropriation, and circulation of Hinduism. She is author of White Utopias: The Religious Exoticism of Transformational Festivals (October 2020), which investigates the intersections of whiteness and religious exoticism among the “spiritual, but not religious” at transformational festivals, such as Bhakti Fest, Wanderlust, Lightning in a Bottle, and Burning Man, with a particular focus on yoga practice. Her previous publications include Reflections of Amma: Devotees in a Global Embrace (2014) and numerous articles. She is currently crafting a body of research on sexual abuse in guru-led religious communities.Linkshttps://www.ucpress.edu/book/9780520376953/white-utopiashttps://www.amandajeanlucia.comhttps://ucriverside.academia.edu/AmandaLucia

Mareesa Sterz is my guest in this episode. I met Mareeza at Bhakti Fest, where she took some epic photos of me (I do not generally enjoy being photographed), and told me about an esoteric society in Northern Italy, whose people and practices she had been filming. Mareesa travels the worlds telling many intriguing tales. Recently, she completed a documentary series on psychedelics, "The Healing Powers", available here: http://thehealingpowers.com/ For more news on psychelics check out: https://www.lucid.news/------------------------ABOUT YOUR HOST:Porter Singer (aka as "Sirgun Kaur") is a spiritually-inclined music-maker and personal coach. Her life experiences have taught her that every person has the capacity to be their own greatest teacher. Both her music and her teachings are designed to assist humanity in a gradual shedding of resistance, and an eventual discovery of ease and receptivity—where the joy is! For more info on coaching or events, email info@sirgunkaur.com or visit https://portersinger.com

OneSpaceLove Podcast with your host and guest Stephanie Papas Welcome to the first episode of OneSpaceLove Podcast, with your host Stephanie Papas. The guest of the first show is me, Stephanie Papas, where I share with you my why and how I came to be the founder of OneSpaceLove and why I am now launching OneSpaceLove Podcast. OneSpaceLove has promoted, hosted and toured many incredible music change-makers, such as Bobby Alu, Nicky Bomba, Oka, Ganga Giri, Tina Malia and collaborated with Bluesfest Touring, Byron Spirit Fest, Bali Spirit Fest, Bhakti Fest, and Wanderlust Festival with artists such as Nahko Medicine for the people, Michael Franti and Mike Love, to name a few. In 2016 OneSpaceHQ Community Space in Bondi was opened which hosted events with Spiritual teachers, musicians, and artists. Stephanie will be sharing her wisdom, and bring in guests to share, why they get to do what they love while caring for the planet and how they implement this into their lifestyles and community.

Brain Drain Causes and Solutions WITH Hemalayaa “Setting intentions open up doors for you to be in the mental flow state.” -Rae Irelan  In this week's episode, Rae Irelan welcomes Hemalayaa Behl as her special guest. They talk about brain drain causes and solutions.  Hemalayaa Behl is coaching Soulpreneur Women to EMBODY their purpose by creating a magnetic presence, results, and impact. Hemalayaa empowers women with her unique blend of traditional and modern mentorship and coaching. She provides tools to break down barriers that hold us back from experiencing a powerful spiritual connection. Hemalayaa is passionate about leading women to their truth as well as inspiring a yogic lifestyle. Her work inspires and motivates thousands of women to live healthy and joyful lives. She showcases her work globally and stars in numerous videos. She also hosts her TV show, "Bolly Blast," bringing fitness to a whole new level of fun through yoga and dance. Hemalayaa has toured internationally with several yoga/conscious festivals and conferences, including Wanderlust, Yoga Journal, LIB, Bhakti Fest, and many more. Hemalayaa's magnetic energy leads all into a liberated state of being: balanced in true self-acceptance and a passion for life. Hemalayaa has been featured in numerous publications such as NY Times, Origin, Yoga Journal, LA Times, and Shape, as well as on the talk show Ellen, Lisa Oz, and The Today Show. Part One of ‘Brain Drain Causes and Solutions WITH Hemalayaa’ Do you feel a little bit under the weather today? Do you feel some sadness and grief? Stop for a moment and start navigating your way through with grace. Get rid of all the things that are trying to diminish what you want to offer and what you wish to do. Close your eyes, and meditate on what you want to be doing right now. “Take time to fill your cup so you can pass it through and spill over into creativity.” - Rae Irelan (35:55-36:12) Start rubbing your heart, really creating that friction, creating that heat at as you rub it. Then, move your body and allow it to release energy. Notice how your body is feeling now. Do you feel lighter or relaxed? Part Two of ‘Brain Drain Causes and Solutions WITH Hemalayaa’ Remember your power, your greatness. You are just learning how to mother yourself through all of this. Your mom is just a reflection of your upbringing. But remember your power of action. It's all up to you. You get to choose. “When I'm not practicing my boundaries, I'm not in the fullness of me feeling really good.” - Rae Irelan (51:37-51:44)   Keep shaking and let go of anything that holds you back from being the best version of yourself. From what you should be reflecting. It's like you're giving yourself some time and space to feel the pleasure of everything. That way, you're filling your cup so you can pass it through and spill it over into creativity. How To Connect: Are you ready to channel your inner goddess and receive abundance from being uniquely YOU? The world is prepared for you and your work, are YOU? If you are serious about taking charge of your life and business, then go here:  https://www.thegoddessfest.com/creative-vessel

Emily Perry L.Ac., MTOM, E-RYT-500 is an Inspirational Speaker & International Yoga Teacher. A featured teacher on Yoga Anytime (a premium online yoga studio), Emily is also the creator of the Rock Your Purpose Podcast, & Pathway to Purpose Academy.   Emily Perry has presented at several festivals and live events, including Bhakti Fest, and has been featured in Mantra Magazine, the Good Times Santa Cruz, & in Instagram campaigns with Yoga Download. She speaks at conferences & live events globally, & her meditations are featured on Insight Timer.   Her commitment is to everyone rocking their purpose and waking up to their best life yet: Emily infuses her innovative work with passion and her joy for living authentically.   Emily’s grounded & enthusiastic style gets her audiences inspired and ready to take action. Known for her down-to-earth approach as well as her unique insight & deep truths, Emily takes her decades of experience and study in numerous wisdom traditions and offers accessible and real-world-ready insight.   Emily’s talks, programs, trainings, retreats, live events and workshops are designed to motivate and inspire real, lasting change in her audience. She is known for helping the audience move through blocks & resistance, while embracing their gifts— as a result, they wake up to their best life yet.   Find her at:   http://www.emilyperry.co   http://pathwaytopurpose.pages.ontraport.net/academy2019

In this episode: How Magic Mushrooms, Ecstasy, Hallucionagens can help us to awaken our own internal consciousness. It's about showing yourself parts of yourself that are ready to be seen. Today I talk about opening the heart and loving loud! Get outside during the cold months How interesting is it that death and dying in nature is a reflection and metaphor for our own lives. Embrace our internal letting go, and they dying of ourselves. Music festivals where people are awake to themselves. Reality Transurfing- what is it and how do you learn about it. I call it Imagination Activation Links and References:  Tufti the Priestess- Waking up in the dream - https://www.amazon.com/Tufti-Priestess-Stroll-Through-Movie-ebook/dp/B07KGDGXR1 Noah Lampert and Synchronicity podcast https://www.syncpodcast.com/ Songs I like to dance to- Mundian to Bach Ke by Panjabi MC, One Tribe by The Black Eyed Peas, Dancing in the Moonlight by King Harvest, Love will keep us together by Captian & Tennile, HIjack the Magik by The Polish Ambassador & NItty Scott. Help my friend Philip Save the Elephants: https://www.elephantsnow.org/ Soulplay: https://www.soulplay.co/ Bhakti Fest: https://bhaktifest.com/bhaktifest/ Ecstatic Dance Bus Tour:https://www.danielmollner.com/ The Book of Knowing and Worth by Paul Selig- https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Book-of-Knowing-and-Worth-Audiobook/B00KCYAK1S?ds_rl=1262685&ds_rl=1263561&ds_rl=1260658&source_code=GO1GB907OSH060513&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI0eTe4oex5QIVXB6tBh1D3QBoEAAYASAAEgKKQvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds Non Violent Communication-https://www.cnvc.org/ Byron Katie- http://thework.com Breathwork: https://thebreathcenter.com/ I AM Decree Booklet Book One-http://www.saintgermainpress.com/i-am-decrees-book-one/   ELAINA'S INFO: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elainalove Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rawchefelainalove KATELYN'S INFOInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/klcuisine/ Our Website: http://purejoyplanet.com If you like this episode and want to hear more, please head to itunes, subscribe, rate, and review this podcast. If you'd like us to explore more on any of the topics above, right to us! We'd love to hear from you. Subscribe here:  http://bit.ly/purejoypodcast RESOURCES

The boys decided to drop a mid-week bonus episode for everyone today with Mr. Sridhar Silberfein! Sridhar is the man, the myth, the legend behind The Bhakti Fest Group. He has being putting together amazing Kirtan and Yoga Festival's in the desert of southern California for over 10 years! In this episode Sridhar talks with the boys about being a being of service, creating community, and connecting with like minded individuals. He gives us exclusive insight on what it is like to be at Bhakti Fest, and how he has built and sustained it over the years. He has a wealth of knowledge, has helped so many teachers and artists get started, and is an inspiration to us all. Support us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/theyogishow Learn more: Visit Pedro Luna at www.yogawithpedro.com Visit Yogi Bryan at www.yogibryan.com Yogi Show Website at www.theyogishow.com Empower Yourself - 7 Day Journey Through the Chakras click HERE Music featured in this episode is from @djtazrashid. You can check out more info on Taz and where to find him at www.djtazrashid.com.

Due in part to the popularity of festivals like Bhakti Fest and the modern Kirtan movement, people all over the United States are familiar with the word Bhakti. But what does it really mean? Is it a feeling, a practice, a religion? And what does it have to do with the modern postural yoga practice that has spread throughout the world? Join us with Naren Schreiner as we explore what Bhakti Yoga is and how it might influence a Hatha Yoga or meditation practice, and how it can affect your daily life. Our guest, Naren Schreiner, lived as a monk for fourteen years in the ashrams of Paramahansa Yogananda, before leaving monastic life to continue his spiritual practice out in the world. In 2012, he founded Sangita Yoga, to help spread the yoga of music through lectures, workshops and sacred music. Special Guest: Naren Schreiner www.sangitayoga.com Host: Ashton Szabo www.anatomyofliving.com Sound Engineer: Zach Cooper Producer: Benn Mendelson www.sivanaspirit.com www.sivanapodcast.com Enter to win our weekly contests at: www.sivanaspirit.com/contest/

As a live speaker known for his empowering, passionate and comedic delivery, he has shared the stage with wellness luminaries and bestselling authors such as John Robbins, David Wolfe, Kevin Trudeau, Donna Gates, Dr. Joseph Mercola, Dr. Joel Fuhrman, Ron Teeguarden and Kathy Freston. He has presented raw vegan food to tens of thousands of eager audience members, including appearances at David Wolfe's The Longevity Now Conference, The Take Back Your Health Conference, Natural Products Expo West, Organic Avenue, Lightning in a Bottle, BhaktiFest, The Raw Dolphins Retreat and The Raw Spirit Festival. Jason is also the host of the first longevity cooking show on television, How to Live to 100, debuting on The Cooking Channel in January 2013. His first DVD, Simple Vegan Classics, is an international bestseller, which has taught thousands of people the world over how to prepare easy and nutritious raw vegan foods. He is also the host of the popular YouTube channel The J-Wro Show®, showcasing healthy recipes, lifestyle transformation tips and culinary comedy. Jason Andrew Wrobel: http://www.jasonwrobel.com Ronnie Landis: http://www.ronnie-landis.com The Holistic Health Mastery Program: http://www.holistichealthmastery.com

Listen in as Sister Jenna welcomes Sridhar Silberfein and Sara Ivanhoe who are joining us from Shakti Fest 2015, being held in Joshua Tree, California.  Sridhar, the founder of Bhakti Fest, has been on his spiritual journey for many years.  He has studied hatha yoga with the Indian master, Swami Satchidananda, taught yoga at the revered Integral Yoga Institute and opened socially conscious businesses such as "The Food Chakra," one of the first Natural foods stores in the U.S. He also produced the docudrama, "River of Love," on the life of Amma and has helped to launch the careers of many world music and kirtan artists including Krishna Das, Jai Uttal and Bhagavan Das. In 2009, he started Bhakti Fest in Joshua Tree, California, which has now grown to three festivals yearly. For info & upcoming events, visit www.bhaktifest.com Sara Ivanhoe is the Yoga Spokesperson for Weight Watchers. She began teaching in 1995 and is the instructor for the “Yoga for Dummies” series, the “Crunch Yoga” series as well as the collaboration with Russell Simmons “Yoga Live.”  She had an extended run on Fit TV with “All Star Workouts” and on Exercise TV with “Yoga on the Edge.”  Sara is highlighted in the acclaimed documentary “Titans of Yoga” and “Women of Bhakti.”  Visit www.yoganation.com Get the Off the Grid Into the Heart CD by Sister Jenna. Like America Meditating on FB & follow us on Twitter.

Join Anna K. as she interviews guests weekly about what makes them GLOW...inside and out!  Every Friday, 10am EST.  This Friday she is joined with DJ Taz!!! DJ Taz Rashid brings a high vibration to any arena with his gift of mixing beats ranging from world rhythms, devotional mantras, remixes and the best electronic grooves. His vision is to be a channel to cause the expansion of all those around by tapping into the creative wisdom of the body and allowing them to feel, let go and awaken. Recently he has been performing and DJing at events such as Bhakti Fest, Serendipity Festival, Denver Chant Fest, Arise Festival, Zen Cruise, Hanuman Festival, Wanderlust, Yoga Journal and many more conscious gatherings. Click here to get experience: http://vimeo.com/48470773 Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/djtazrashid Website: www.djtazrashid.com MixCloud: http://www.mixcloud.com/tazdeenrashid/ SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/taz-rashid  

"Now when my friends tell me they wish they had met Osho, I tell them that they have; he's in every note Deva and I sing - in every breath we take. That's what happens when you sit with the guruji - he/she dissolves into you until you become aware of the divine presence all the time, whatever you're doing, the presence is with you - tangible." - Miten Miten established a successful career in the 70's and 80's as a singer/songwriter, touring with such bands as Fleetwood Mac, Lou Reed and Ry Cooder. Ultimately, he found the rock 'n' roll life-style unfulfilling and empty, and he began an inner search which led him into the world of meditation. It was at this time he came upon the most important and influential figure in his life, the mystic, Osho. Miten proceeded to live his explorations, spending most of his time in India at the ashram of Osho, where he eventually found a way to express his gratitude through music.  In 1990, Miten met Deva Premal in India and soon began a journey into love and creativity that has taken their inspiring blend of song, mantra and meditation to a worldwide audience. They have released a string of acclaimed CDs with international sales of nearly one million, and their concerts and ecstatic chant workshops are met with rave reviews throughout Europe, Australia, South America, Canada and the U.S. Deva Premal and Miten will perform at Bhakti Fest in Joshua Tree, CA on Friday, September 5th. Visit www.devapremalmiten.com Get the OFF TO WORK CD by Sister Jenna, like America Meditating on Facebook and follow us on Twitter.

Sridhar Silberfein joins Sister Jenna on the America Meditating Radio Show to discuss Bhakti Fest - known for hosting the largest line up of kirtan, master yoga instructors, and spiritual teachers. Sridhar, the founder of Bhakti Fest, has been on his spiritual journey for many years.  He has studied hatha yoga with the Indian master, Swami Satchidananda, taught yoga at the revered Integral Yoga Institute and opened socially conscious businesses such as "The Food Chakra," one of the first Natural foods stores in the U.S. and a Natural Cosmetic Company. He also produced the docudrama, "River of Love," on the life of Amma, which raised money for her many charitable projects and co-founded the Triloka recording label with Krishna Das and Paul Sloman and helped to launch the careers of many world music and kirtan artists including Krishna Das, Jai Uttal and Bhagavan Das. In 2009, exactly 40 years after an auspicious invocation at Woodstock, Sridhar's lifelong dream was realized. He gathered thousands together to chant the names of the Divine at Bhakti Fest in Joshua Tree, California.  Known as "The Spiritual Woodstock of the Millennium," Bhakti Fest has grown to three festivals yearly, with pre and post festival concerts, events and fundraisers nationally. The next Bhakti Fest will be held on September 4th - 7th in Joshua Tree, California.  For more info, visit www.bhaktifest.com Get the OFF TO WORK CD by Sister Jenna. Like America Meditating on Facebook and follow us on Twitter.

Bhakti Fest is a Yoga/Dance/Music Festival celebrating the devotional path with roots in yoga, kirtan, and meditation. It embraces ancient and modern sacred wisdom, traditional and non-traditional spiritual practices, and is a vehicle for evolution of human consciousness. Fest producer Sridhar Steven Silberfein has been on a personal spiritual quest for over 40 years, while blending a life as a pioneering businessman. In 1969, Sridhar brought Swami Satchidananda to Woodstock, at which time he committed to someday producing the spiritual equivalent of Woodstock, now embodied in the three Bhakti Fests: Shakti Fest, Bhakti Fest Midwest, and the original Bhakti Fest held every September since 2009. In 1970 he established the first health food store in Southern California, and brought skin care products with jojoba and tea tree oil to America for the first time. He established the non-profit Center for Spiritual Studies (CSS) and co-founded the Triloka recording label, which has helped launch the careers of today's most popular kirtan artists.REAL FEAR 2: THE TRUTH BEHIND (MORE) MOVIES premieres Friday, 9/6 at 9pE on Chiller.  In this two-hour special, paranormal investigators Katrina Weidman, Richard Dolan, John McGarry, Chris Holt and Becky Weingrad explore the terrifying factual stories behind horror movies THE HAUNTING IN CONNECTICUT; THE BLAIR WITCH PROJECT; FIRE IN THE SKY, and A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET. We speak with Katrina Weidman about her experiences making the show.