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From CBD leggings to Soulcycle, wellness is reshaping our relationships to our bodies and souls. But what even is "wellness?" Well, for one, it's a global industry worth 6 trillion dollars. And it encompasses all kinds of things – including spirituality: from the spirituality of wellness practices like yoga and reiki, to treating wellness itself like a religion. As spirituality, self-care, and capitalism swirl together, what is missing from the story?Brittany is joined by Alyssa Bereznak, GQ's Wellness Director, and Rina Raphael, author of the book The Gospel of Wellness: Gyms, Gurus, Goop, and the False Promise of Self-Care, to get into what people get out of a wellness-based spiritualism and consumerism.This episode originally aired on March 17, 2025.Support Public Media. Join NPR Plus.Follow Brittany Luse on Instagram: @bmluseFor handpicked podcast recommendations every week, subscribe to NPR's Pod Club newsletter at npr.org/podclub.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
Once, when I was on pilgrimage with my senior Godbrother, we were traveling to many temples. Every time we go into the temple, we would offer our obeisances and we were next to each other so we can hear the mantra we were chanting, which was: nama oṁ viṣṇu-pādāya kṛṣṇa-preṣṭhāya bhū-tale śrīmate bhaktivedānta-svāmin iti nāmine namas te sārasvate deve gaura-vāṇī-pracāriṇe nirviśeṣa-śūnyavādi-pāścātya-deśa-tāriṇe One of those times he looked at me and said, "So here we're coming to all these temples. Every time we come in, we pay our obeisances and we say Prabhupāda's praṇāma mantra—why are we doing that in front of all these Deities?" I said, "You're my senior Godbrother, you tell me." He said, "It's because we're telling the Deity who invited us to come in here. We all know from traveling that..(partially inaudible) very difficult with the visa situation. When you're traveling, if you miss it by a day, you're in trouble. You might have to take a new flight or not come. So what's our visa to come to the holy place? We come only under the protection of the śrī-guru-paramparā." And we find prevalence in Prahlāda's prayers when he had been elected by Brahmā and the other demigods to pray to Lord Narasiṁhadeva, because all of them had prayed, and Lord Narasiṁhadeva was unsatisfied, so they asked Prahlāda, "You go." In his prayers, Prahlāda says before Lord Narasiṁhadeva evaṁ janaṁ nipatitaṁ prabhavāhi-kūpe kāmābhikāmam anu yaḥ prapatan prasaṅgāt kṛtvātmasāt surarṣiṇā bhagavan gṛhītaḥ so 'haṁ kathaṁ nu visṛje tava bhṛtya-sevām "I cannot forget my spiritual master." He's there in front of Kṛṣṇa, in front of Lord Narasiṁhadeva, and he says, "I was falling into a blind well, a pit full of snakes, following the general populace." That's what most people do. They just follow the general populace; whatever's on television or on social media, they just adopt that style, that idea, and they go into the pit with everybody else. He said, "But my spiritual master saved me. Therefore, how can I ever give up this service?" "So 'haṁ kathaṁ nu visṛje tava bhṛtya-sevām—I'm the servant of my spiritual master." And he says it several times in his prayers to Lord Narasiṁhadeva. So, the approach is important. How we approach Kṛṣṇa is of utmost importance: that I come here as the "servant of the servant of the servant" to offer myself to You. ------------------------------------------------------------ To connect with His Grace Vaiśeṣika Dāsa, please visit https://www.fanthespark.com/next-steps/ask-vaisesika-dasa/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=launch2025 ------------------------------------------------------------ Add to your wisdom literature collection: https://iskconsv.com/book-store/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=launch2025 https://www.bbtacademic.com/books/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=launch2025 https://thefourquestionsbook.com/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=launch2025 ------------------------------------------------------------ Join us live on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FanTheSpark/ Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sound-bhakti/id1132423868 For the latest videos, subscribe https://www.youtube.com/@FanTheSpark For the latest in SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/fan-the-spark
In today's Crossover, Steiny and Guru are joined by Willard and Dibs as they recap the Super Bowl Draft selections made by Steiny and Guru earlier today. Is there a favorite for the Lombardi Trophy? Plus, the guys draw out possible playoff scenarios for the Niners as well as other NFC teams.
ਸਗਲ ਮਨੋਰਥ ਪ੍ਰਭ ਤੇ ਪਾਏ, Sagal Manorath Prabh Te Paae (Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ang 677 Sabad 1793)
Sagal Manorath Prabh Te Paae, ਸਗਲ ਮਨੋਰਥ ਪ੍ਰਭ ਤੇ ਪਾਏ (Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ang 677 Sabad 1793)
Ghar Bahar Tera Bharvasa, ਘਰਿ ਬਾਹਰਿ ਤੇਰਾ ਭਰਵਾਸਾ (Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ang 677 Sabad 1792)
ਘਰਿ ਬਾਹਰਿ ਤੇਰਾ ਭਰਵਾਸਾ, Ghar Bahar Tera Bharvasa (Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ang 677 Sabad 1792)
In Hour 2, Steiny and Guru list possible trade options for the Golden State Warriors, followed by a debate about the current state of Jonathan Kuminga
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In Hour 1, Steiny and Guru discuss the Golden State Warriors' lack of talent and why their chances at a big extended run might not be realistic
In Hour 3, Steiny and Guru continue discussing Jonathan Kuminga's role with the Warriors
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Steiny and Guru do a draft featuring playoff teams in the NFL --- where will the 49ers land?
The Jonathan Kuminga discussion is BACK in full swing as Steiny and Guru debate who's at fault for him falling out of favor in Golden State
In today's episode, you'll find Ryan and Kevin catching up on life and then jumping into the interview with a multi-talented former school teacher, master of rock slabs, forest plantings, and South Carolina yamadori collector - John Geanangel. John shared with us his bonsai origin story, how it led to becoming a headliner artist for the Bonsai in the Blue Ridge convention in 2026, and what you can expect when attending his 3(!) Bald cypress workshops there. We also discussed his methods for bald cypress yamadori collecting and growing from seed.The video version is coming soon.Show notes, relevant pictures, and links is coming soon. Guest Info: John Geanangel is a bonsai enthusiast passionate for his local scenery and natives in the South Carolina area. Find more of his work on his facebook page and Youtube channel which he has lots of great content on from previous years of educational effortsJohn Geanangel's FacebookJohn's YouTubeJohn's Bald Cypress Workshops for Bonsai in the Blue Ridge 2026Storm-damaged flat top bald cypress (link coming soon)Bald cypress care and refinement (link coming soon)American Bonsai Society's Bonsai in the Blue Ridge 2026 Convention Info (link coming soon)Sponsor Info: This episode is sponsored by our co-host via the Kevin Faris moving sale of bonsai pottery, tools, and trees. View these items at In Vivo Bonsai of Columbus, Ohio, USA in-person, or online (shipping available) at invivobonsai.etsy.com, or go to www.InVivoBonsai.com and navigate to the consignment pottery and tree pages.Community:NEW BT DISCORD ChatBT Facebook GroupSupport the Pod: Anytime you listen, subscribe, rate us, or share us with friends you help keep us motivated to keep making episodes for you all! If you want to take it to the next level, you can also help keep the podcast going by donating to us or by sponsoring an episode (contact us directly for that). All donations go back into the podcast such as for our web hosting, recording gear expenses, etc.
We said it would be impossible… but against all odds, the Gridiron Gurus return for Week 18 (crowd cheers
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Willard and Dibs join Steiny and Guru on a Monday edition of the Crossover. The guys react to the 49ers' epic 42-38 win over the Bears on Sunday Night Football, break down how impressive Brock Purdy and Kyle Shanahan was last night, and more.
ਸੋ ਕਤ ਡਰੈ ਜਿ ਖਸਮੁ ਸਮ੍ਹਾਰੈ, So Kat Darai J Khasam Samharai (Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ang 677 Sabad 1791)
So Kat Darai J Khasam Samharai, ਸੋ ਕਤ ਡਰੈ ਜਿ ਖਸਮੁ ਸਮ੍ਹਾਰੈ (Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ang 677 Sabad 1791)
Audio surf report and surf forecast on December 29 for Central Florida and the Southeast. Your host will also enlighten you on current events in the surfing industry and talk about events and entertainment happenings in the local and regional area. Surf Guru is also sure to dig up some new music that will get your feet groovin'. Stay tuned for more ...
In Hour 1, Steiny and Guru react to the MADNESS of the 49ers' back-and-forth victory over the Chicago Bears at Levi's Stadium on Sunday Night Football.
In Hour 2, Steiny and Guru continue to break down last night's 49ers' win
In Hour 3, Steiny and Guru break down the playoff picture as the Niners inch closer to a No. 1 seed clinch
Steiny and Guru break down how Bears head coach Ben Johnson cost Chicago in the final drive
It was a signature victory for the San Francisco 49ers over the Chicago Bears in CRAZY fashion. Steiny and Guru react to the craziness
In this bonus episode, I share with you a Guru Viking remix video created by Zakery Mizell from the Youtube channel Zakery Mizell. Zakery's channel focuses on knowledge and beauty and he has made several videos commenting on and even remixing episodes of the Guru Viking podcast. When I came across his remixes, I enjoyed his approach very much and we agreed to share his work here. In this video, Zakery records a five hour livestream sharing his perspectives on various Guru Viking poetry episodes. I will also share another of his Guru Viking videos in which Zakery remixes my poetry interviews with poets John Brehm and Henry Shukman, rearranging the material and adding his own visual effects to create a new interpretation of that episode. So look out for that video on the Guru Viking channel too. Find out more about Zakery: - https://www.youtube.com/@ZakeryMizell Watch the original Guru Viking episodes used in Zakery's videos: - https://www.guruviking.com/podcast/ep274-poetry-the-sacred-henry-shukman-john-brehm - https://www.guruviking.com/podcast/ep230-the-dharma-of-poetry-john-brehm For more interviews, videos, and more visit: - www.guruviking.com Music ‘Deva Dasi' by Steve James
Moh Masakin Prabh Naam Adhar, ਮੋਹਿ ਮਸਕੀਨ ਪ੍ਰਭੁ ਨਾਮੁ ਅਧਾਰੁ (Sri Guru Granth Sabib Ang 676 Sabad 1790)
ਮੋਹਿ ਮਸਕੀਨ ਪ੍ਰਭੁ ਨਾਮੁ ਅਧਾਰੁ, Moh Masakin Prabh Naam Adhar (Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ang 676 Sabad 1790)
This year has been very special, difficult, weird, unique and different. The GURU takes a look at some of the people we lost this year. It's always hard when we loose people, but some people played an important part of our lives, in all aspects. The GURU usually is sports oriented, but some from the entertainment, social, and all walks of life made an impact this year. We also did great in the NFL Confidence picks as well, going 10-3 last weekend. Thanks for listening and enjoy the rest of your Sports Weekend. We will be back next week with Episode 300! The milestone episode!
With Mechilah, we discuss, hopefully, in the Spirit of Chizzuk from Chassidus at TheFamilyMinyan.com, aka the Shtiebel, to be Real. The Lessons in Tanya chapter 39 described the level of Mekava of Tzaddikim "Bital" of Atzilus, to the level of Olam HaBriya, the true intellectual love & awe. However, most of us by Olam HaYetzirah or even
In this episode hear how a wealthy Sikh merchant finds refuge in the fortified encampment of the Guru's ministers, Nand Chand and Daya Ram. Also hear how the public praise of the Guru in Sri Nagar ignites Bhimchand's jealousy, putting Raja Fateh Shah in a difficult position. This relates to chapter 15 of Season (rut) 2.
Chhod Jaeh Se Karah Paral, ਛੋਡਿ ਜਾਹਿ ਸੇ ਕਰਹਿ ਪਰਾਲ (Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ang 676 Sabad 1789)
ਛੋਡਿ ਜਾਹਿ ਸੇ ਕਰਹਿ ਪਰਾਲ, Chhod Jaeh Se Karah Paral (Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ang 676 Sabad 1789)
In this talk, Dharmasara relates the story of how Padmasambhava subdued the demons of Tibet to build Samye monastery. The monastery works as a symbol for a flourishing spiritual community which is not affected by the destructive forces in the world but instead puts them to the service of the Dharma. To subdue our own gods and demons, we have to become true individuals, and true individuals are what constitute the spiritual community. This talk was given during a young men's retreat held at Padmaloka Retreat Centre, as part of the series Entering the Realm of the Guru, 2022. *** Help us keep FBA Podcasts free for everyone! Donate now: https://freebuddhistaudio.com/donate Subscribe to our Free Buddhist Audio podcast: A full, curated, quality Dharma talk, every week. Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dharmabytes-from-free-buddhist-audio/id416832097 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4UHPDj01UH6ptj8FObwBfB YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FreeBuddhistAudio1967
Art Manteris is one of the most respected names in sports betting, an industry veteran with a four-decade career that includes time at the Fremont Hotel & Casino and running the sportsbook at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. He was also inducted into the Sports Gaming Hall of Fame for his impact on the world of sports gaming. In this convo, I sit down with Art to talk about his new book, "The Bookie: How I Bet it all on Sports Gambling and Watched an Industry Explode", and the current headlines surrounding sports gambling. With betting scandals and integrity concerns dominating the conversation, Art shares an insider perspective on what's real, what's misunderstood, and what leagues, sportsbooks, and bettors can do to protect the integrity of the game while keeping sports betting legalized and responsibly regulated. If you're a sports fan, a bettor, or just curious about how this industry actually works behind the scenes, this is a must-listen. Get the book: Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Bookie-Inside-Betting-Billion-Dollar-Industry-ebook/dp/B0DQVC88X4 Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-bookie-art-manteris/1147777162 ... Enjoy the episode? Follow the show and share it with a friend who loves sports, betting, or behind-the-scenes stories.
On this episode of Prop Points, The Guru, John Hansen, recaps his bets from the NFL Christmas slate and gives out all his plays for the NFL Week 17 slate. Also, he is joined by Scott Barrett, FantasyPoints.com CEO, to give out his favorite DFS plays for the NFL Week 17 slate.Get instant access to expert picks, public betting splits data, and pro betting tools when you join VSiN Pro. Grab your first month for only $9.99 or take over 15% off an annual subscription when you use promo code: POD25. Click here to get started. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Phirat Phirat Bhete Jan Sadhu, ਫਿਰਤ ਫਿਰਤ ਭੇਟੇ ਜਨ ਸਾਧੂ (Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ang 676 Sabad 1788)
ਫਿਰਤ ਫਿਰਤ ਭੇਟੇ ਜਨ ਸਾਧੂ, Phirat Phirat Bhete Jan Sadhu (Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ang 676 Sabad 1788)
In the opening segment of Steiny and Guru, we have the crossover and then Evan and Ken discuss the takeaways from the Warriors Christmas Day game against the Mavs and if Kuminga will ever see the court again
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In Hour 4 of Steiny and Guru, Evan Giddings and Ken Litterell discuss if the 49ers chances against the Bears on Sunday Night Football and if it's Super Bowl or Bust
ਦੀਨ ਦਰਦ ਨਿਵਾਰਿ ਠਾਕੁਰ, Din Darad Nivar Thakur (Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ang 675 Sabad 1787)
Din Darad Nivar Thakur, ਦੀਨ ਦਰਦ ਨਿਵਾਰਿ ਠਾਕੁਰ (Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ang 675 Sabad 1787)
ਹਾ ਹਾ ਪ੍ਰਭ ਰਾਖਿ ਲੇਹੁ, Ha Ha Prabh Rakh Leh (Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ang 675 Sabad 1786)
Ha Ha Prabh Rakh Leh, ਹਾ ਹਾ ਪ੍ਰਭ ਰਾਖਿ ਲੇਹੁ (Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ang 675 Sabad 1786)
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In this special Christmas episode, Helen's annual Guru Quiz returns, lightly dusted with Trump, podcast tours, and the unsettling realisation that the Guru-sphere and the MAGA-sphere have quietly fused into a single, monetised, vibes-based organism. That's right, the regular decoding team are joined by renowned journalist, author, podcaster... and occasional DTG quiz master, Helen Lewis, who once again brings her festive cheer, an uncanny ability to identify exactly who will be unbearable next year, and a quiz designed to torture Matt.Points are awarded, dignity is lost, and Matt briefly considers revising for the quiz before remembering that preparation has never helped him before.The episode also covers MAGA and UK political manoeuvres, the movers and shakers of the Gurusphere in 2025, and a lament for the collapse of the ancient boundary between editorial content and hawking pants.So join us for a festive episode about gurus, geniuses, authoritarian comedy festivals, and the slow erosion of shame. Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good night... and that includes you, Bubbles!LinksHelen Lewis on SubstackHelen's Article on the Riyadh Comedy FestivalHelen's Article on Olivia Nuzzi's BookThe Genius MythThat Dave Chappelle picture