Podcast appearances and mentions of Jai Uttal

Dale Borglum speaks at the 2025 Public Forum on Healing with Integrative Cancer Care in February. The gathering was designed to bridges wisdom traditions with emerging frontiers in healing. This year's forum explores transformation through the intersections of integrative cancer care with consciousness and healing arts, featuring distinguished speakers and practitioners from diverse backgrounds. The day included engaging presentations on patient advocacy, expressive arts, and innovative approaches to cancer care. Dale Borglum RamDev Dale Borglum is a pioneering figure in the conscious dying movement, known for his contributions to end-of-life care and spiritual support. As the Founder and Director of the Hanuman Foundation Dying Center in Santa Fe, New Mexico, he established the first residential facility in the United States dedicated to supporting conscious dying experiences with clients. Collaborating closely with luminaries such as Ram Dass, Stephen Levine, and Elizabeth Kubler Ross, RamDev played a pivotal role in laying the foundation for the conscious dying movement. Since 1986, RamDev has served as the Executive Director of the Living/Dying Project, initially in Santa Fe and later in the San Francisco Bay Area. With an unwavering commitment to integrating Eastern spirituality and Western psychology, the organization has guided countless individuals through the sacred journey of death with compassion and wisdom. His expertise in meditation, honed since 1968, has been instrumental in his teachings and inspirational workshops, where he shares insights on meditation, individual healing, and spiritual support for those in transition. Within his teachings, RamDev also places emphasis on living consciously and compassionately to overcome our individual collective fear of death. Throughout his career as both a meditation and spiritual teacher, RamDev has collaborated with esteemed figures such as Joan Halifax, Robert Thurman, Joanna Macy, Jack Kornfield, Anne Lamott, Jai Uttal, Duncan Trussell, and many others. RamDev co-authored Journey of Awakening: A Meditator's Guidebook with Ram Dass, Daniel Goleman, and Dwarka Bonner, published by Bantam Books. In his popular podcast, Healing at The Edge, hosted on the Be Here Now Network channel, he spreads his unique dharmic teachings and routinely interviews esteemed teachers and professionals within the field of conscious living and dying. His book How To Live So You Can Die Without Fear will be released in 2025. The New School at Commonweal is a collaborative learning community offering conversations about nature, culture, and inner life---so that we can all find meaning, meet inspiring people, and explore the beauty and grief of our changing world. Please like/follow our YouTube channel for more great podcasts. Find out more about The New School at Commonweal on our website: tns.commonweal.org. And like/follow our Soundcloud channel for more great podcasts.

What is the nature of true love? Why does our love for even family and friends sometimes feel selfless? How do we tap into the that spiritual love - bhakti?Jai Uttal, the Grammy-nominated and renowned musician, kirtan artist and spiritual guide, breaks out all down for us. He speaks about his guru, Neem Karoli Baba, meeting Ram Dass and how stumbled upon this spiritual journey. He dissects what it means to deeply love your guru, loved one or God. Jai opens up about the inner revelations through music and chanting mantras, and how he discovered a mystical layer of himself through the practice. We chat about the lessons from the epics like Ramayana and great teachers like Swami Vivekenanda.At the core, Jai tells us this higher lover and bliss isn't far from us - he explains how we can experience it NOW. Listen, meditate and come with us on this journey of Jai Uttal's philosophy of now!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thephilosophyofnow/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Grammy-nominated chant artist Jai Uttal discusses Hindu deities and devotional mantras. Jai Uttal is a Grammy-nominated composer, musician, singer, and kirtan artist, as well as a pioneer in World Spirit Music. Infused with the rhythms and melodies of East Indian folk and classical music, Jai's sound also weaves elements of rock, jazz, reggae, and Appalachian ballads, creating a unique and deeply emotive musical experience.Since his teenage years, Jai has traveled extensively through India, where he encountered remarkable saints, musicians, and, most significantly, his guru, Neem Karoli Baba. These experiences led him to embrace devotional chanting as the heart of his spiritual practice.Over the past five decades, Jai has released more than 21 albums, each reflecting his inner journey on the path of Bhakti (devotion). Through his multi-textured and cross-cultural music, he has traveled the world, creating sacred and welcoming spaces where people can open their hearts and voices in collective celebration.https://www.jaiuttal.com/Host 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.

Inspired by Grandma(s), Amy and Jim Burns, Trevor Hall, Kabir, Ram Dass, Sri Aurobindo, Anil Baran, Dianna Lopez, Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche, Radnath Swami, Mike Mauthe. Jai Dev, Jai Uttal, RamDev, KD, Nina, Sharon S, Jack, Trudy, Spring, Ragu Markus, Trace Sahaja, Jeffery Cohen, Reagan, Arlyn, Anna, Alex, Hampus, Deva Premal, Miten, Robert Thurman, Robert Svoboda, Mirabai, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, Swami Vivekananda, Ramakrishna, Anandamayi Ma, Neem Karoli Baba, KK and all those who follow the heart.  Audiobook.  Mature listeners only (18+).

Brenda McMorrow discusses mantra music and medicine songs. Brenda McMorrow is a Canadian Devotional Chant artist who is known for her unique and warmly embracing style of mantra music, in which she blends elements of acoustic folk, world rhythms, and ancient Indian chants with a sweetly introspective singer-songwriter's sensibility. Yoga Journal describes Brenda as having “a knack for expressing the deepest realizations in the sparsest lyrics”.  As spiritual teacher Ram Dass has said: “Brenda has a gift”, and her music has been touching people's hearts worldwide.Originally a folk/pop singer/songwriter, it was when Brenda participated in her first Sanskrit chant while attending a Yoga workshop in 2004, that she had a profound knowing her musical journey was leading her to places more expansive and heart-opening than she had ever imagined. Brenda remembers: “It was a very simple chant (Om Namah Shivaya), and at the time I had no idea what it signified: all I knew was that every cell in my body started vibrating, and I felt absolute joy”. While in India soon thereafter, Brenda began combining her own songwriting with ancient Sanskrit chants – and she has been flowing with this divine wave of Bhakti energy ever since. With 5 celebrated devotional chant albums, Brenda is a featured artist on White Swan Records, a Colorado label.. She has shared festival stages with Krishna Das and Snatam Kaur; has been accompanied by Grammy award winning cellist David Darling; has been a guest musician with esteemed Kirtan musicians Jai Uttal, Wah!, David Newman, Girish, Mirabai Ceiba, Jai Jagdeesh, Shantala and Dave Stringer; and has been invited to Bhakti Yoga festivals and events across North America, Europe and Asia. When not on the Bhakti road, Brenda calls the countryside near beautiful Guelph, Ontario, home.https://brendamcmorrow.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/truth-be-told-paranormal--3589860/support.

Episode SummaryThe storied and kind-hearted Jai Uttal drops into the show for an extended conversation about music, monkey gods, gurus, India, sobriety, family, and ultimately the spiritual path of healing through love. We begin with an exploration of Jai's current practice of hyper-local kindness in a world where that resource is becoming increasingly scarce. From there we dive into Jai's latest musical offering, Hanuman Chalisa for World Peace. Not only does Jai share with us the intimate practice he's had with this widely venerated chant for over five decades, but he walks us through the creative context in which his first published recording of the Chalisa came to life. In his telling we gather the rich array of inspirations that bring about his creative gifts.Gradually, Jai invites us into the richness of his life, as he retells how the winding threads that have made up the fabric of his life came to be. We come to understand the overlapping events and energies of kirtan, India, gurus, dreams, drugs, anxieties, singing, but mostly love and family, have been ripples of his life. Along the way we hear about his intersections with Steve Jobs, Ali Akbar Khan, Neem Karoli Baba, Ram Das, and others. We hear about his initiation into kirtan, Indian classical music, and his profound relationships that unfolded with musical and spiritual masters. We also hear about the struggles with finding his voice, performing, and managing the pains of life with drugs and alcohol before he found his true loves in his wife Nubia and in becoming a father to his son, Ezra. In the beginning, middle, and end, the beloved monkey god, Hanuman, walks with us, serving as a back-drop of Jai's own spiritual journey as he realizes the profound and ordinary teachings love and devotion have in his, just like every other human life. A beautiful conversation that bares the heart in a way that we can't help but be moved by. About: Jai Uttal is a husband, father, neighbor, and friend. He's more widely know for being a Grammy nominated sacred music composer, recording artist, multi-instrumentalist, and ecstatic vocalist. Jai combines influences from India with influences from American rock and jazz, creating a stimulating and exotic multi-cultural fusion that is truly world spirit music.Jai has been leading, teaching and performing kirtan around the world for close to 50 years, creating a safe environment for people to open their hearts and voices.

Inspired by Micheal Meade, Krishna Das, Spring Washam, Ram Dass, Yogananda, Hanuman Dass, Shree Shree Ravi Shankar, Alberto Four Winds, Jai Uttal, Satsang Yoga, and Holy Cow Yoga.  Audiobook.  Mature listeners only (18+).

In this riveting conversation, we sit down with Raghu Marcus to delve into the profound connection between psychedelics and spiritual traditions. Journey with us as Raghu shares his intimate experiences with the famous Indian guru, Neem Karoli Baba (a.k.a. Maharajji) and Ram Dass, exploring how these encounters shaped his understanding of universal love, non-duality, and the integration of psychedelics into spiritual practice.Uncover the powerful stories of Ram Dass's evolution from psychedelic seeker to spiritual teacher, and the remarkable teachings of Neem Karoli Baba. We'll discuss the concept of "siddhis," the legacy of these spiritual luminaries, and how their insights bridge Eastern and Western spiritualities.This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the synthesis of psychedelics and spirituality, offering rich insights, inspiration, and a deeper understanding of these transformative practices.IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:

Jenn speaks to California musician and Kirtan artist Joss Jaffe. Growing up with a yogi mom, Joss was introduced to the world of yogic philosophy, mantras and meditation at a very young age. In 1998 at the age of 17, Joss traveled to India to study classical India and Nepal music. He shares with us how this experience brought many learnings to him in which he incorporates into his music today to spread around the world because sharing music, particularly kirtan music where the audience joins the format of call in response is a very powerful way to connect with our souls. (Recorded on February 27, 2024)About Joss:Joss Jaffe performs as a Vocalist, Tabla player and Multi-Instrumentalist. As a composer and producer he has created innovative albums including Svara Mandala, Echosystem and Dub Mantra to critical acclaim. Joss has collaborated with numerous artists including Grammy Award nominees Jai Uttal, Silvia Nakkach and Dave Stringer as well as Grammy Award winning Reggae artist Mykal Rose of Black Uhuru. No Depression, Vents, Top Shelf, the UK's Om Magazine, Yoga Journal and other prominent publications.Episode Resources: IG / FB / ThesisWebsiteIGFBLive at Yoshi's OaklandLive at Sedona Yoga Festival Performing in Seoul South KoreaAmbient TablaAnimated Music Video by Maureen Kuo (TW)Spotify 

How can our relationship with fear deepen our practice?In this rich talk, Dale Borglum explains that in fear, we are separated from our feeling of unity. Yet, all true contemplative traditions teach that the end of the spiritual path brings us to the realization that all is one. He speaks of the two main spiritual paths: Devotion and Self-Inquiry.Both share the practice of meditation to realize oneness and the fact that we are not the contents of our thoughts or experiences. To approach that sense of oneness, Dale shares several methods for dealing with fear, including:BECOME GROUNDED - inhabit the part of our body that is supported by the ground beneath us, even as we experience life events. The goal is to pay attention FROM being grounded, rather than paying attention TO being grounded.THE TANTRIC 3-STEPBe mindful of the feeling: feel the fear rather than just think about it. Feel compassion for the part of yourself that has become lost in fear; Tantra practice, experiencing being at one with an enlightened being.   DEEPEN YOUR FAITH - believing that we are whole already and can let go of the concept that everything needs to be fixed. ______________ Dale Borglum founded and directed the Hanuman Foundation Dying Center in Santa Fe, New Mexico, the first residential facility in the United States to support conscious dying. Working with Ram Dass and Stephen Levine, Dale helped found the conscious dying movement in the West. He has been the Executive Director of the Living/Dying Project in Santa Fe and since 1986 in the San Francisco Bay Area. He is the co-author with Ram Dass, Daniel Goleman and Dwarka Bonner of "Journey of Awakening: A Meditator's Guidebook," Bantam Books and has taught meditation since 1974. Dale lectures and gives workshops on the topics of meditation, healing, spiritual support for those with life-threatening illness, and on caregiving as spiritual practice. He has taught with Ram Dass, Stephen Levine, Joan Halifax, Robert Thurman, Joanna Macy, Jack Kornfield, Annie Lamott, Jai Uttal and many others. He has a doctorate degree from Stanford University.Learn more at www.livingdying.org Support the Show.______________ To participate live and be notified of upcoming speakers in advance, please Like us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/gaybuddhistfellowship) or visit https://gaybuddhist.org/calendar/ To support our efforts to share these talks with LGBTQIA audiences worldwide, please visit www.GayBuddhist.org.There you can: Donate Learn how to participate live Find our schedule of upcoming speakers Join our mailing list or discussion forum Enjoy many hundreds of these recorded talks dating back to 1996 CREDITSAudio Engineer: George HubbardProducer: Tom BrueinMusic/Logo/Artwork: Derek Lassiter

The podcast delves into the profound spiritual journey of Snehan Born, tracing his path from early experiences in church to a lifelong quest for truth and enlightenment. Through encounters with various religious traditions, philosophical explorations, and travels worldwide, Snehan embarks on a quest to understand the deeper meaning of existence. Snehan grapples with existential questions, confronts personal privileges and challenges, and ultimately finds solace and guidance through Integral Yoga. Through anecdotes and reflections, the podcast explores themes of spiritual evolution, transformation, and the universal search for meaning in life.Watch on Youtube---Snehanji has over four decades of experience with yoga. He resides at the Integral Yoga Institute of San Francisco, where he serves as Swami Ramananda's assistant, teaches yoga classes and is a lead teacher trainer at all levels. Snehan is certified in all levels of Integral Yoga Hatha and has received additional certifications in Pranayama, Meditation, Raja Yoga and Stress Management from Integral Yoga. He has also received teacher training from yoga master Sri Dharma Mittra of the Dharma Yoga Center, Manhattan and has also studied with Sharon Gannon and David Life from Jivamukti Yoga Center, Manhattan. Snehan has studied Bhakti Yoga globally with Jai Uttal and Govind Das. Chanting mantra and playing the harmonium are part of his regular practice and classes. Snehan has lived and traveled extensively within India and practiced with many teachers there. He has taught yoga all over the US as well as in India, Nepal, South America, Australia, New Zealand, Mexico, Japan and Europe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Inspired by Laura Miller, St. Pius X Grade School, the Burns and Maurer Family, Ram Dass, Nina Rao, Krishna Das, Ragu Markus, RamDev, Siddha Ma, Maharaj-ji, Dada Mukerjee, KC Tewari, Bhagwan Dass, Jeffery Cohen, Trace Bonner, Govind Das, East Forest, Jai Uttal, Duncan Trussell, Rameshwar Das, Jack Kornfield, Trudy Goodman, Sharon Salzberg, Mirabai Starr, Mark Whitwell, Jackie Dobrinska and the entire Ram Dass Community.  Audiobook.  Mature listeners only (18+)  

The holidays can be joyous, but can also be stressful. If you need to chill out this holiday season, or anytime, this “Heaven Eleven” playlist might be just the thing! It's ideal to support your spiritual practice, or to help you bask in deep relaxation.   In this brief seven-minute episode, I recommend eleven of my all-time favorite ambient pieces, a “best of” from over 45 years of New Age music immersion. These pieces are also long enough that you can really sink in and let them take you away. Resources My "Heaven Eleven" playlist on Spotify My Deep Relaxation playlist. It includes the Heaven Eleven, plus over 20 more similar songs. My “Awesome Spiritual Music” post, for even more great songs! Check out Benjamin's #1 Amazon bestseller: Instant Divine Assistance: Your Complete Guide to Fast and Easy Spiritual Awakening, Healing, and More.  Available as an audiobook narrated by Benjamin. (FREE if you're not yet an Audible member!) Also available as an eBook, paperback, and hardcover starting at $3.99, and included with Kindle Unlimited. Every month, Benjamin gives away a free one-year Awakening Plus membership worth $333 to an “Awaken, Heal, and Thrive!” listener. Click here to enter! Free mini-course: Instant Divine Assistance: Your Free Guide to Fast and Easy Awakening and Healing “Awakening Plus” online membership The "Heaven Eleven" songs: Buddham Sharanam - Deva Premal - 9:29 Breathing Space - Sacred Earth - 8:06 Shivaratri - Benjy Wertheimer, John De Kadt - 9:23 Letting Go - Shaman's Dream, Bluetech - 9:17 Khumjung - Ben Leinbach, Jai Uttal, Manose - 15:32 Gayatri - Vive - 8:20 The Sound Beyond the Sound - Benjamin Bernstein - 12:19 The Spell - Kevin Braheney, Tim Clark - 5:53 Time Travelers - Coyote Oldman - 8:04 Tingri Maiden - Jonn Serrie - 9:24 Sivasana (Surrender) - Suzanne Sterling, Christopher Krotky - 8:48

Themes: Spirituality, Service, Prana, Pranic Healing, Subtle Energy, Bhakti, Love, Devotion, Prayer, Ritual, Intention, Coffee, Yoga Corey Sokoloff is a Certified Pranic Healer, Arhatic Yogi, 200HR CYT and accomplished drummer and percussionist. Corey implements yoga philosophy and eastern medicine to help achieve inner peace and physical well being.  He's is deeply passionate in helping others do the same. In 2008, Corey began his training in Pranic Healing: Basic, Advanced, Pranic Psychotherapy, and Pranic Crystal healing courses. Today, Coreyʻs practice flourishes locally and abroad with remote and in-person healing sessions, mentoring and workshops. His love for Bhakti Yoga and sacred music brought him to perform with renowned Kirtan Artists: David Newman (Durga Das), Jai Uttal, and many others. In 2021, Corey's passion for specialty coffee, kirtan and community inspired him to launch Japa Coffee. Crafting coffees that nature the soul, taste great, and harmonize well with your system - body, mind, & spirit. He brings his years of experience as a coffee professional, Pranic healer, and devoted yogi to each and every bag and each and every sip.In this deep, fascinating, & inspiring conversation we cover some of these topics:- What is Pranic Healing? What is prana?  How do we channel prana and what blocks our ability to channel it?- Awe & reverence to higher energies around us & living a life of serving others - How we can spiritualize & make sacred what we consume & what we create- Coffee as plant medicine & the divine energies within coffee- The real, simple transformative nature of prayer, sacred intention, and well wishing towards others - How to live from the heart, instead of the head with kirtan  - Clearing & cleansing our auric body to allow the soul to shine through our life in day-to-day life... and to allow us to receive the love + connection of othersand much more!*Reach Out to Empowered Connection podcast host Damodar for your FREE Discovery Session - and start your 2023 journey of self & relational discovery & empowerment... for both individuals + couples who are ready to explore, illuminate + empower their lives & their relationshipsConnect with Corey here:IG: @coreysokoloff & @japacoffeejapacoffee.com*Damodar on Instagram for Daily Self Growth & Relationship Tips + Tools:@empoweredconnection.meDivine Self Men's Circle  more info here monthly in-person in PhiladelphiaUPCOMING EVENTS:12/9 - Bhagavad Gita Immersion AND Kirtan + Storytelling in Phoenixville, PA at Nectar Yoga1/20-1/21 - Divine Self Men's Circle Day Retreat outside of Philadelphia, PA ! EMPOWERED CONNECTION

Raghu Markus spent two years in India with Neem Karoli Baba and Ram Dass. He has been involved in music and transformational media since the early 1970s when he was program director of CKGM-FM in Montreal. In 1974 he collaborated with Ram Dass on the box set Love Serve Remember. In 1990 he launched Triloka Records and Karuna Music in Los Angeles, California. Triloka established itself as a critical leader in the development of world music and for 17 years was home to such artists as Krishna Das, Hugh Masekela, Walela, Jai Uttal and transformational media projects that featured Ram Dass, Deepak Chopra, and Les Nubians. Currently he is the Executive Director of the Love Serve Remember Foundation and his Mindrolling Podcast is part of the Be Here Now Network. Comes A Time Podcast and content posted by Comes A Time is presented solely for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user's own risk. It is not intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, professional coach, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical or mental health condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their healthcare professionals for any such conditions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Raghu Markus spent two years in India with Neem Karoli Baba and Ram Dass. He has been involved in music and transformational media since the early 1970s when he was program director of CKGM-FM in Montreal. In 1974 he collaborated with Ram Dass on the box set Love Serve Remember. In 1990 he launched Triloka Records and Karuna Music in Los Angeles, California. Triloka established itself as a critical leader in the development of world music and for 17 years was home to such artists as Krishna Das, Hugh Masekela, Walela, Jai Uttal and transformational media projects that featured Ram Dass, Deepak Chopra, and Les Nubians. Currently he is the Executive Director of the Love Serve Remember Foundation and his Mindrolling Podcast is part of the Be Here Now Network. Comes A Time Podcast and content posted by Comes A Time is presented solely for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user's own risk. It is not intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, professional coach, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical or mental health condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their healthcare professionals for any such conditions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Part two of Hari Scott Whitmore's interview with his tabla teacher and Indian classical legend Daniel Paul. Daniel is a captivating storyteller, and he shares about his time with masters such as Ali akar Khan and Zakir Hussain, the origins and history of Indian Classical music, and the inherent sacredness of tabla rhythm. Whether a lover of classical or new to the form, everyone can benefit from this episode and gain a deeper appreciation for this ancient and sacred art form.   Daniel Paul is an India Fulbright award-winning tabla drummer and graduate of the Ali Akbar College of Music, who for three decades has been accompanying many of today's top kirtan singers on the international chanting circuit.  From his long association accompanying Grammy nominee Jai Uttal and the exotic global vocalist Gina Salá, Daniel has also toured South America backing the soft prayers of Snatam Kaur and throughout North America contributing to the rocking chants of Dave Stringer and the Guru Ganesha Band.     Daniel has maintained a varied eclectic career from music director for the Off-Broadway play "Ghashiram Kotwal" to decades of informal kirtan in the jungles and beaches of Maui. From Carnegie Hall to the Waikiki Bandshell, in a cave under old Jerusalem, to the temples and all night music festivals of India, whether through kirtan, classical sitar and sarod, Kathak dance and bansuri flute recitals, or his "Rhythms of the Heart" workshops, Daniel continues to introduce new audiences to the magic of the tabla. Learn more at: https://www.tabladaniel.com/   Hari Scott Whitmore began leading kirtan over ten years ago in Ram Dass's living room, where he served as a personal caregiver. Over the years he has had the honor of accompanying many incredible kirtan wallahs including Krishna Das, Nina Rao, Devadas, and his bandmates in Kripa. During his time as the Director of Outreach for the Call and Response Foundation, he helped organize kirtans in prisons and recovery centers throughout the United States. This work is now carried out by the Sacred Community Project, of which Hari is a founding member. You can find more information at sacredcommunityproject.org and explore his musical offerings on https://kripa.guru   The Sacred Community Podcast is an inter-spiritual hub of the universal teachings, “Love, Service, Remembrance, and Truth.” Home to Sacred Community Project interviews, live workshop recordings, dharma talks, and meditations, each episode is carefully curated to ensure its alignment with SCP values. SCP works to lower the barriers of access to contemplative and devotional practices through free, donation-based, and affordable offerings, spiritual support, and prison outreach. Learn more and make a tax-deductible donation at: https://sacredcommunityproject.org SCP Logo: Beverly Hsu Music: Carl Golembeski  

Host Hari Scott Whitmore interviews his tabla teacher and Indian classical legend Daniel Paul. Daniel is a captivating storyteller, and he shares about his time with masters such as Ali Akbar Khan and Zakir Hussain, the origins and history of Indian Classical music, and the inherent sacredness of tabla rhythm. Whether a lover of classical music or new to the form, everyone can benefit from this episode and gain a deeper appreciation for this ancient and sacred art form.   Daniel Paul is an India Fulbright award-winning tabla drummer and graduate of the Ali Akbar College of Music, who for three decades has been accompanying many of today's top kirtan singers on the international chanting circuit.  From his long association accompanying Grammy nominee Jai Uttal and the exotic global vocalist Gina Salá, Daniel has also toured South America backing the soft prayers of Snatam Kaur and throughout North America contributing to the rocking chants of Dave Stringer and the Guru Ganesha Band.     Daniel has maintained a varied eclectic career from music director for the Off-Broadway play "Ghashiram Kotwal" to decades of informal kirtan in the jungles and beaches of Maui. From Carnegie Hall to the Waikiki Bandshell, in a cave under old Jerusalem, to the temples and all night music festivals of India, whether through kirtan, classical sitar and sarod, Kathak dance and bansuri flute recitals, or his "Rhythms of the Heart" workshops, Daniel continues to introduce new audiences to the magic of the tabla. Learn more at: https://www.tabladaniel.com/   Hari Scott Whitmore began leading kirtan over ten years ago in Ram Dass's living room, where he served as a personal caregiver. Over the years he has had the honor of accompanying many incredible kirtan wallahs including Krishna Das, Nina Rao, Devadas, and his bandmates in Kripa. During his time as the Director of Outreach for the Call and Response Foundation, he helped organize kirtans in prisons and recovery centers throughout the United States. This work is now carried out by the Sacred Community Project, of which Hari is a founding member. You can find more information at sacredcommunityproject.org and explore his musical offerings on https://kripa.guru   The Sacred Community Podcast is an inter-spiritual hub of the universal teachings, “Love, Service, Remembrance, and Truth.” Home to Sacred Community Project interviews, live workshop recordings, dharma talks, and meditations, each episode is carefully curated to ensure its alignment with SCP values. SCP works to lower the barriers of access to contemplative and devotional practices through free, donation-based, and affordable offerings, spiritual support, and prison outreach. Learn more and make a tax-deductible donation at: https://sacredcommunityproject.org SCP Logo: Beverly Hsu Music: Carl Golembeski  

How can we use the experience of anxiety to understand the Buddhist concept of emptiness? Dale Borglum shares that our understanding of emptiness is necessary for conscious living and conscious dying, the subject of his life work. Just being on the spiritual path can lead us into anxiety at times, because we are letting go of our identity. This anxiety can be a difficult experience because it becomes so persistent in the background that we no longer recognize it. This makes it difficult to differentiate when we are acting out of anxiety versus wholeness and centeredness. Emptiness is often misunderstood as nothingness. It is simply a way of perceiving our relationship with the nature of reality. Embracing anxiety can actually bring us into direct relationship with the true nature of self. It is grasping at the delusion of a non-existent self that gives rise to our suffering. Dale explores how all emotions are healing messages. It is only when we are immersed in the delusion of living in separateness that anxiety arises. By working with anxiety, we learn who we really are and how we can approach our death fully conscious, without fear. We come to see that anxiety is something we experience, but is not our true nature. ______________ Dale Borglum founded and directed the Hanuman Foundation Dying Center in Santa Fe, New Mexico, the first residential facility in the United States to support conscious dying. Working with Ram Dass and Stephen Levine, Dale helped found the conscious dying movement in the West. He has been the Executive Director of the Living/Dying Project in Santa Fe and since 1986 in the San Francisco Bay Area. He is the co-author with Ram Dass, Daniel Goleman and Dwarka Bonner of "Journey of Awakening: A Meditator's Guidebook," Bantam Books and has taught meditation since 1974. Dale lectures and gives workshops on the topics of meditation, healing, spiritual support for those with life-threatening illness, and on caregiving as spiritual practice. He has taught with Ram Dass, Stephen Levine, Joan Halifax, Robert Thurman, Joanna Macy, Jack Kornfield, Annie Lamott, Jai Uttal and many others. He has a doctorate degree from Stanford University.Learn more at https://www.livingdying.org/ Support the show______________ To participate live and be notified of upcoming speakers in advance, please Like us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/gaybuddhistfellowship) or visit https://gaybuddhist.org/calendar/ To support our efforts to share these talks with LGBTQIA audiences worldwide, please visit www.GayBuddhist.org.There you can: Donate Learn how to participate live Find our schedule of upcoming speakers Join our mailing list or discussion forum Enjoy many hundreds of these recorded talks dating back to 1996 CREDITSAudio Engineer: George HubbardProducer: Tom BrueinMusic/Logo/Artwork: Derek Lassiter

Sun Hyland is a Kirtanist, songwriter & teacher. Sun Hyland's greatest passion is to help make the joy of singing accessible to all. For the last 15 years he has been running kirtan and chanting workshops and classes for groups and individuals around Australia and New Zealand. Inspired by the likes of Krishna Das, Snatam Kaur and Jai Uttal he brings together traditional mantras and yogic concepts with contemporary musical styles and modern vocal techniques. He lives with his beautiful family in Castlemaine, Victoria.What you will learn:-         What is Kirtan?-         How to use Kirtan to improve your life-    How to navigate having a ‘bad voice'-        Learn a fun way to access the ‘Meditative State'-        How to use singing to find your voice more in life-         How to use singing to become more authentically expressed-         The impact of Mantra & Energy on our life-         How to truly be present & embodied in the momentShownotes: 0:00 Introduction3:10 What is Kirtan?7:50 What is a Mantra?10:10 How do you Use Kirtan to Improve your Life?12:40 Kirtan is the Fun way to access the ‘Meditative State'18:45 The Impact of Mantra on Childbirth 22:00 The Leaders to check out the Kirtan Space23:19 What to do if you can't sing31:51 The Opportunity within Your Voice (This will change your ability to Communicate)37:37 How You Can Use Singing to Fully Express Yourself44:22 Sun's Journey into Kirtan54:20 Why the Act of Service is Important 57:05 My Favorite Deity (The Goddess of Dance & Song)1:00:58 Where to Experience Kirtan & Find Sun1:03:29 Million Dollar Piece of Advice (What is the most valuable lesson you've learned?)If there are any ‘aha' moments that strike a chord for you throughout the interview, pay it forward. You can create such in someone else's life, just by pausing the episode, copying the link and messaging it through to someone you care about.Not only could you change someone's life, but you'll also earn some brownie points. We all love that friend who cares about us enough to message something thoughtful through.Don't forget to tag myself and Sun when you're sharing this on social media.I'm so excited for you to get into this episode, so without further ado, let's dive in with the one and only Sun Hyland.Follow Sun on:https://www.instagram.com/sun_hyland/ https://www.facebook.com/sunhylandkirtan/ Shoot me an email at ryan@ryanmagic.com or check out the website & the socials to stay in touch! Follow us at:https://www.instagram.com/theryanmagic/ https://www.facebook.com/theryanmagic https://www.ryanmagic.com/Instagram | Facebook | Youtube | Website

This episode of the podcast honors the life and legacy of Ram Dass with none other than Raghu Markus, the Executive Director of the Love, Serve, Remember Foundation. Ram Dass's influence on psychedelic research and culture has largely been forgotten because of his shift towards eastern spiritual practices. Raghu takes us on a journey through then Richard Alpert's early work in the field and his later thoughts on using psychedelics as a method.  Raghu Markus spent 18 months in India with Neem Karoli Baba and Ram Dass. He has been involved in music and transformational media since the early 1970s, when he was program director of CKGM-FM in Montreal. In 1974, he collaborated with Ram Dass on the box set Love Serve Remember. In 1990, he launched Triloka Records, which established itself as a critical leader in the development of world music. For 17 years, Triloka was home to such artists as Krishna Das, Hugh Masekela, Walela, Jai Uttal and transformational media projects that featured Ram Dass, Deepak Chopra, and Les Nubians. Raghu lives in Ojai, California, and is the Executive Director of the Love Serve Remember Foundation.

Mantra: Protect Her = Protector.  Inspired by Spring Washam, Nina Rao, Mirabai Starr, Lama Tsultrim Allione, Joan Halifax, Robert Svoboda, Harriet Tubman, the book "King, Warrior, Magician, Lover," Robert Moore, Douglas Gillette, Rizwan, Ram Dass, Duncan Trussell, Swami Satchidananda, Krishna Das, Ragu Markus, Jai Uttal, Bhagavan Das, Jai Dev, Bob Thurman, Govinda Das, Arjun Bruggeman, David Nictern, Joe Rogan, Dave Chappell, Sadguru, Ryan Holiday, George Amoss Jr, Walt Witman, Charles Bukowski, Jane Goodall, Mark Whitwell, and Sokuzan.  Audiobook.  Mature listeners only (18+).

My guest today is Jai Uttal! Jai Uttal is a grammy nominee, kirtan artist, multi-instrumentalist, and ecstatic vocalist. He is considered a pioneer in the world music community with his combined influences from India and American rock and jazz. Jai has been leading, teaching, and performing World Music and kirtan—the ancient yoga of chanting or singing to God—around the world for close to 50 years, creating a safe environment for people to open their hearts and voices. He grew up in New York City and lived in a home filled with music. Jai began studying classical piano at the age of seven, and later learned to play old-time banjo, harmonica, and guitar. At age 17, he heard Indian music for the first time, and two years later moved to California and studied under the famous sarod player, Ali Akbar Khan. Jai later began taking regular pilgrimages to India, living among the wandering street musicians of Bengal, and singing with the kirtan wallahs in the temple of his guru, Neem Karoli Baba. Jai has emerged as a leading influence in the Bhakti tradition. He considers bhakti to be the core of his musical and spiritual life. MORE INFO (and events!): https://jaiuttal.com/ ----------- 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   ------------ COMPANIES WE LOVE   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    

Benjy and Heather Wertheimer have been leading kirtan (sacred chanting) worldwide since 2001 as the duo Shantala. They are known for their special gift of bringing the audience into a vast and loving experience through their unique blend of exquisite voices with instruments of India and the West. Together they create music with beauty, passion, and reverence. Shantala has performed and recorded internationally with such sacred music luminaries as Krishna Das, Deva Premal & Miten, and Jai Uttal. Heather and Benjy have released six beautiful and well-loved albums of sacred chant music since 2003, including LIVE2love, Living Waters, Jaya, LIVE in love, Sri, and The Love Window.They have a new album that has just been release, titled FIVE. FIVE, Shantala's fifth studio album of sacred world chants, began as a labor of hope and love during the peak of the pandemic. It is offered with the intention of contributing to a more peaceful and harmonious world.Please tune into this album and their other work via the following links:https://shantalamusic.com/SPOTIFYSo much gratitude to the sponsors of this show:ww.solemechanics.com.au Your discount code is: WATKINS6162 for 15% offhttps://www.zephyrsupplements.comPromo code YOGAHEARTMIND for 10% offhttps://blessitbee.com.au/r?id=af1ac8Promo code STUART for 10% offhttps://onegoldenthread.com/Promo code STUART11 for 11% offMuch love!Support the show

World Music pioneer and leading kirtan artist Jai Uttal joins us for a probing conversation about the spiritual value of music in its myriad forms and expressions. We talked about his musical roots, his discovery of the increasingly popular Indian style of call-and-response mantra chanting (kirtan), and how he and others have integrated Western instruments and motifs into traditional Indian music. We also talked about his latest album, "Dust and Tears," which features a broad range of musical styles, and the transformational impact of music that touches the heart--even when it triggers sadness or longing. Jai Uttal https://jaiuttal.com/  Find out more about Spiritual Teacher, Author, Speaker Philip Goldberg Get books by Philip Goldberg and other MindBodySpirit.fm podcast hosts in the online store Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

According to Jai Uttal, singing enlivens the heart and the power of kirtan can uplift us and inspire us. Psychological science supports this sentiment with research showing that when you sing in a group it benefits your mood, reduces stress, and stimulates your vagus nerve. In this episode, Diana talks with Grammy-nominated Kirtan singer, Jai Uttal about the power of this ancient form of Bhakti yoga. Throughout the episode, you will hear Diana's favorite songs as well as a sneak peek at Dust and Tears, Jai's latest album.Related ResourcesGet enhanced show notes for this episodeBecome a MORE Life in Process member to support the show.Get Diana's free talk and guided meditation "Flow of compassion" (and a couple more listener-only gifts).Find out what kind of Striver you are and get your free Skillful Striving ToolkitWant to learn more about ACT? Take Diana's on-demand course, "Foundations of ACT"Diana's EventsJoin Diana LIVE (in person or streaming) every Friday for "A Meditation In Process." Register through Yoga SoupLAST Spot Available in Diana's Reset and Restore Retreat in Costa Rica in 2023!Sign up for Diana's From Striving to Thriving Summit! See Diana at an upcoming eventFor Members: On-demand access to Diana's ongoing Friday "A Meditation in Process" is included with your sustained membership!Connecting With DianaThank you for listening to Your Life in Process! Subscribe to the podcast for free on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts. Follow Diana on YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Diana's website.

Devotional Musician Jai Uttal joins Raghu to chat about his new album which explores the deepest spiritual longings of the human psyche."The Bhakti's of the past, their songs are so deeply personal and intimate in their relationship to God; it's stepping into that stream, as gracefully as possible." – Jai UttalIn this episode Jai Uttal and Raghu weave together:Devotional MusicThe art of translationInherited sentiments and emotionsThe beauty of expressing our deepest experiencesIntimacy with GodThe Yoga of DevotionFollowing the path of the heart Online Kirtan Camp with Jai Uttal – Level 2 - The Ocean of Bhakti Journey into the heart of devotion with Jai Uttal. Sign Up HereDo you ever wish you could learn to chant? Do you have an existing mantra or kirtan practice and want to go deeper? Have you been wanting to connect with other people who love yoga, mantra and kirtan?Begin slowly, at your own pace, and make a small and very easy commitment to chant three to five minutes a day, watering that tender shoot of devotion in the deepest recesses of your soul. Before you can even say 108 RAMs, the seed of bhakti within your heart will blossom into a beautiful tree of spiritual connection and love, and become a shelter of peace and compassion for others.'Dust & Tears' Jai Uttal's New Album The nine compositions on this album continue this ancient steam of devotion. These mystical songs, though veined with heart-wrenching sorrow, express the deepest spiritual longings of the human psyche. Yet, when sung with beauty, heartfelt intensity, and vulnerability, these primordial emotions give birth to an unspoken well of sublime joy. The lyrics, composed by Nubia and I, rest on the very breath of our mystical ancestors. The inspiration is from their passionate hearts and ardent poetry. These songwriters of Bhakti were untamed revolutionaries, proclaiming the triumph of love over hate. May we, in our small way, sing like they sang, fearlessly and with abandon, longing for darshan, praying for all beings to be free. Each of these songs grew from a seed found in an ancient text – sometimes it was a line, sometimes just a word, and sometimes simply the sentiment – which was planted in the soil of our souls to sprout into the music you hear today. Listen Here"Kirtan is the calling, the crying, the reaching across infinite space — digging into the heart's deepest well to touch and be touched by the Divine Presence." – Jai Uttalhttp://www.jaiuttal.comhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiQb8kZolBKVCk0tYhwQGqQhttps://www.facebook.com/jaiuttal/https://www.instagram.com/jaiuttal/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What happens when we vow not to run away from difficulty, but instead develop a relationship with what we're trying to escape? What do we turn to when we are avoiding things? Can we vow not to run to that distraction over and over? Dale talks about the nature of vows across the three main Buddhist traditions: Theravada, Mahayana and Vajrayana. He describes the foundational vow as giving up the desire for things to be different. He posits that surrendering to hopelessness must precede fearlessness, and describes the 3 characteristics of compassion as spaciousness, connectedness and warmth.   ____________ Dale Borglum founded and directed the Hanuman Foundation Dying Center in Santa Fe, New Mexico, the first residential facility in the United States to support conscious dying. Working with Ram Dass and Stephen Levine, Dale helped found the conscious dying movement in the West. He has been the Executive Director of the Living/Dying Project in Santa Fe and since 1986 in the San Francisco Bay Area. He is the co-author with Ram Dass, Daniel Goleman and Dwarka Bonner of "Journey of Awakening: A Meditator's Guidebook," Bantam Books and has taught meditation since 1974. Dale lectures and gives workshops on the topics of meditation, healing, spiritual support for those with life-threatening illness, and on caregiving as spiritual practice. He has taught with Ram Dass, Stephen Levine, Joan Halifax, Robert Thurman, Joanna Macy, Jack Kornfield, Annie Lamott, Jai Uttal and many others. He has a doctorate degree from Stanford University. Support the show______________ To participate live and be notified of upcoming speakers in advance, please Like us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/gaybuddhistfellowship) or visit https://gaybuddhist.org/calendar/ To support our efforts to share these talks with LGBTQIA audiences worldwide, please visit www.GayBuddhist.org.There you can: Donate Learn how to participate live Find our schedule of upcoming speakers Join our mailing list or discussion forum Enjoy many hundreds of these recorded talks dating back to 1996 CREDITSAudio Engineer: George HubbardProducer: Tom BrueinMusic/Logo/Artwork: Derek Lassiter

David Silver joins Raghu to discuss ‘Brilliant Disguise,' the new documentary exploring K.C. Tewari and his relationship to Maharaj-ji. In this special bonus episode of the Here and Now Podcast, Raghu and David share teachings from Ram Dass that further explore the film's themes of grace, devotion and love.Brilliant Disguise tells the unique story of a group of inspired Western spiritual seekers from the 60s, who in meeting the great American teacher, Ram Dass, followed him to India to meet his Guru, Neem Karoli Baba, familiarly known as Maharaji. Two days before he left his body, Maharaji instructed K.C. Tewari to take care of the Westerners, which he did resolutely until the day he died in 1997.K.C. Tewari—in the guise of a headmaster of a boys school in the foothills of the Himalayas—was secretly a High Yogi, frequently able to go into altered states of trance, known as Samadhi, at any moment.Featuring Krishna Das, Jai Uttal, Raghu Markus, Radha Baum, and others—including K.C's two sons, as well as rare archival interviews with K.C. himself—Brilliant Disguise is set in the stunning backdrop of India and is adorned with spectacular and moving footage from the 1989 Maha Kumbha Mela – the largest spiritual gathering in the world, attended by K.C. and the group of Westerners featured throughout this colorful biopic.This film is the story of a man who represents the intrinsic potential in all human beings to live in direct contact with the Divine Presence. K.C. chose to live within the humble disguise of a husband and school teacher. The brilliance is K.C.'s ability at a moment's notice to go beyond himself into sublime states of consciousness.Watch Brilliant Disguise HereSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Miten – Hope and Healing for Our Troubled TimesAired Monday, October 24, 2022 at 11:00 AM PST / 2:00 PM EST / 7:00 PM GMT / 8:00 PM CETDeva Premal & Miten's music is beloved by countless people and is listened to by millions worldwide. Join Kara Johnstad and Miten in a heartfelt conversation on the transformational power music has to bring hope and healing to our troubled times and personal insights behind the new album, TIMELESS. Created amid the lush, tropical tranquility of their remote jungle retreat in Costa Rica, TIMELESS unites past, present, and future, allowing us to experience profound peace and meditation while listening time and time again. Many kindred spirits joined in on the unique musical adventure. On the lead track, you will find the incandescent voice of multi-platinum, four-time Grammy-winning singer/songwriter India Arie, singing “Tara Mangalartha Mantra,” a prayer for climate balance, of which all proceeds are donated to 4coean.com. Simply exquisite. And then there is Grammy-nominated world devotional music icon Jai Uttal and the duo's longtime producer/multi-instrumentalist Joby Baker. The result is pure bliss.Visit Deva Premal & Miten at https://devapremalmiten.com/#Miten #VoiceRising #KaraJohnstadTo get in touch with Kara, go to http://www.karajohnstad.com/Visit the Voice Rising show page https://omtimes.com/iom/shows/voice-rising/Subscribe to our Newsletter https://omtimes.com/subscribe-omtimes-magazine/Connect with OMTimes on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Omtimes.Magazine/ and OMTimes Radio https://www.facebook.com/ConsciousRadiowebtv.OMTimes/Twitter: https://twitter.com/OmTimes/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/omtimes/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/2798417/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/omtimes/

David Vito Gregoli: By his teens, Vito was already hailed as a guitar virtuoso and working in the L.A. club scene. He later studied classical music and received a Bachelors in Music. Introduced to Meditation at 13, and later Yoga, this in turn exposed him World instruments, like sitar and charango. His interests in the healing power of music led to his expansive experiments in New Age music, like “Primordial Sonics". He's had the privilege of working with New Age artists as Constance Demby, Jai Uttal, Deepak Chopra, Steven Halpern and Donna De Lory…and Ricky Kej. Ricky Kej: Ricky's awards include the United Nations “Global Humanitarian Artist” award and is conferred with the title “Youth Icon of India”. ‘Real Leaders', the United Nations named Ricky Kej as one of the 100 Real Leaders who ‘Inspire the Future'. The House of Commons, Parliament of Canada awarded Ricky for his “Outstanding Musical and Humanitarian Achievement”. Ricky Kej is also a professor at the prestigious National Institute of Advanced Studies. “My music is an extension of my personality and beliefs” www.VitoGregoliMusic.com www.RickyKej.com

When the definitive history of cross-cultural musical fusions and hybrids is written, there will be an honored place for the congruence of Indian classical and ambient-electronic music. Of all the experiments that were attempted after electronic instruments matured to the point of viability in the mid 20th century, this combination was one of the earliest and most successful. Synthesizers expanded the role of microtones and drones in Indian music, while raga and tala—the traditional melodic and rhythm systems of Indian classical music—brought a welcome sophistication to electronic music. It's an area we've explored since the earliest days of this program. On this transmission of Hearts of Space, another journey where Indian classical meets ambient/trance, on a program called "INDO-TRONICA 4." Music is by DAVID HELPLING with NIDHI BHATMULEY and BENJY WERTHEIMER, DAVID PARSONS, WOUTER KELLERMAN & DAVID ARKENSTONE, DJ CHEB I SABBAH, MYCHAEL DANNA, BEN LEINBACH & JAI UTTAL, and AL GROMER KHAN. [ view playlist ] [ view Flickr image gallery ] [ play 30 second MP3 promo ]

Welcome to this week's episode of Mindrolling, where Raghu Markus is joined by Jai Uttal for a music-filled talk on opening our hearts through the magnitude of melodies.Jai Uttal is a grammy-nominated sacred music composer, recording artist, multi-instrumentalist, and ecstatic vocalist. Having traveled extensively in India, he met many great saints and singers and Bhakti Yoga became his personal path. Jai has been leading, teaching, and performing kirtan around the world for nearly 50 years. He creates a safe environment for people to open their hearts and voices.Join Raghu and a collection of dharma teachers in exploring the intersection of Buddhism & Bhakti at the inaugural Love Serve Remember Summer Mountain Retreat August 25th - 29th in Boone, NC!“Music is way more vast than any one human person can understand.” – Jai UttalSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ira Israel shares tools to keep you at the high end of the happiness spectrum. Psychotherapist Ira Israel is the author of “How To Survive Your Childhood Now That You're and Adult: A Path to Authenticity and Awakening,” which is endorsed by Sting, Reverend Michael Beckwith, Marianne Williamson, Jack Kornfield, Shauna Shapiro, Warren Farrell, Katherine Woodward Thomas, Jai Uttal, Joanne Cacciatore, Lorin Roche, Fred Luskin and many many others. Ira teaches sold-out Happiness and Authenticity workshops at Esalen and Kripalu and has written over 400 articles on psychology, philosophy, Buddhism, yoga, film, art, music & literature for The Huffington Post, Good Men Project, Mind Body Green, Thrive Global, and Medium. Ira is also the producer, writer and actor of the best-selling series "Authenticity and Awakening for Lovable Idiots,""A Beginner's Guide to Happiness," "A Beginner's Guide to Mindfulness Meditation," "Mindfulness for Depression," "Mindfulness for Anxiety," and "Yoga for Depression and Anxiety.” He graduated from the University of Pennsylvania and has graduate degrees in Psychology, Philosophy, and Religious Studies. For more information please visit www.IraIsrael.comHost Bonnie Burkert melds the worlds of media and higher consciousness, sharing tools for transformation to find our highest Truth. www.instagram.com/yogi_bon

Benjy Wertheimer is a special soul. An acclaimed musician and a deep thinker with a profound inclination towards creating beauty.  What a joy it was to get to learn more about his journey in the fascinating world of Indian classical music!"An award-winning musician, composer, vocalist, producer and multi-instrumentalist equally accomplished on tabla, congas, percussion, esraj, guitar and keyboards, Benjy Wertheimer has performed and recorded with such artists as Krishna Das, Deva Premal and Miten, Jai Uttal, Walter Becker of Steely Dan, virtuoso guitarist Michael Mandrell, tabla master Zakir Hussain, and renowned bamboo flute master G. S. Sachdev. He has also opened for such well-known artists as Carlos Santana, Paul Winter, and Narada Michael Walden. Benjy is a founding member of the internationally acclaimed world fusion ensemble Ancient Future."Check out his music here: https://shantalamusic.com/benjy/

Madison Margolin sits down with Laraaji for a discussion on music, laughter, and altered states. They discuss the beauty of being in the flow and how cannabis and psychedelics can help us in creative explorations. Laraaji is a multi-instrumentalist, composer, recording artist, and therapeutic-laughter teacher from Harlem, NY. He attended Howard University to study music and continues to perform in his visionary, blissful style.Check out a new Spring season of the Ram Dass Soul Land Music Series featuring artists such as Gone Gone Beyond, David Starfire, & Jai Uttal!: www.ramdass.org/music/Show moreSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this special anthology episode of the Mindrolling podcast, Raghu explores the brimming intersection of science and spirituality with an assortment of wise and insightful friends.We are excited to introduce a special anthology episode peering into how the topics of science and spirituality connect in our modern age, sourcing hand-selected clips from previous Mindrolling podcasts with David Silver, Ananda Danielle Krettek Cobb, Dr. Bruce Damer, Lisa Broderick, and Dennis Mckenna.Check out a new Spring season of the Ram Dass Soul Land Music Series featuring artists such as Gone Gone Beyond, David Starfire, & Jai Uttal!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Gil Fronsdal returns to the Guest Podcast to share illuminating spiritual lessons learned along the journey of parenting.This talk from Gil Fronsdal was originally published on DharmaSeed.orgCheck out a new Spring season of the Ram Dass Soul Land Music Series featuring artists such as Gone Gone Beyond, David Starfire, & Jai Uttal!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Visionary artist, John Speaker, joins Raghu to talk Ram Dass, psychedelics, depicting deities, live painting at music festivals, and the spiritual path of art.Welcoming visionary artist, John Speaker, to Mindrolling, Raghu shares about the Ram Dass portrait John jammed on live during Random Rab's Soul Land Music Series performance. After Raghu inquires into what sparked John onto the spiritual path of creating psychedelic art, John reflects on how two tabs of acid, a pen, and a piece of paper transformed his life from gloomy suicidal ideations to inspired creative artistry. Check out John's mind-expanding work at JohnSpeaker.comCheck out a new Spring season of the Ram Dass Soul Land Music Series featuring artists such as Gone Gone Beyond, David Starfire, & Jai Uttal!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Listen in as I get interviewed by my private Coach, Linda Caducoy. → Learn how far I've come to own my own worth → Get an inside peek into the work I do → Feel the energy of a client-mentor relationship “This is your year! Step up and Own Your Worth" ~~~~~~ Join the WOW! Women Who Own Their Worth Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wowwomenwhoowntheirworth FREE Body Training: www.bodywithlila.com Let's connect! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelilaveronica/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thelilaveronica, https://www.facebook.com/TheLilaVeronicaPage Blog: https://www.thelilaveronica.com/blog More training is available at: https://www.thelilaveronica.com/store ~~~~~~ Music Credit: “Om Mata Kali” by Katie Wise. Produced by Ben Leinbach, Performed by Katie Wise & Bhakti Explosion, featuring Jai Uttal on vocals.

Listen in as I introduce next week's guest, Linda Caducoy. → Learn how Linda has helped me grow up → Learn why I hired Linda as my private coach → Feel the energy of a client-mentor relationship “This is your year! Step up and Own Your Worth" ~~~~~~ Join the WOW! Women Who Own Their Worth Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wowwomenwhoowntheirworth FREE Body Training: www.bodywithlila.com Let's connect! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelilaveronica/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thelilaveronica, https://www.facebook.com/TheLilaVeronicaPage Blog: https://www.thelilaveronica.com/blog More trainings are available at: https://www.thelilaveronica.com/store ~~~~~~ Music Credit: “Om Mata Kali” by Katie Wise. Produced by Ben Leinbach, Performed by Katie Wise & Bhakti Explosion, featuring Jai Uttal on vocals.

Listen in as I interview Andy Kennedy about: → Learn how to look outside of yourself so you can rise to a higher potential → How to own your mistakes as opportunities, and not failures → How to live your dharma “This is your year! Step up and Own Your Worth" ~~~~~~ Join the WOW! Women Who Own Their Worth Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wowwomenwhoowntheirworth Are you Ready to Grow Your Business? www.speakwithlila.com Learn more about Andy Kennedy & sign-up for her FREE 21-Day Affirmation Series at: www.andykennedyco.com ~~~~~~ Music Credit: “Om Mata Kali” by Katie Wise. Produced by Ben Leinbach, Performed by Katie Wise & Bhakti Explosion, featuring Jai Uttal on vocals.

Listen in as I interview Elle Ingalls, Creator of The Pressure-Free Method about how to stay calm when you are excited. "This is your year! Step up and Own Your Worth" ~~~~~ Join the WOW! Women Who Own Their Worth Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wowwomenwhoowntheirworth Are you Ready to Grow Your Business? www.speakwithlila.com Learn about Elle's Pressure-Free Certification Program: https://pressure-free.lpages.co/coaching-certification-information/?fbclid=IwAR3SlKG60pDjtwB8lwmEQB1yRTx07UO23QzyPg2G4y-waeZl7P6DdeIoScU ~~~~~ Music Credit: “Om Mata Kali” by Katie Wise. Produced by Ben Leinbach, Performed by Katie Wise & Bhakti Explosion, featuring Jai Uttal on vocals.

Yoga and the Art of Mudras author Nubia Teixeira shares how she lives her life's purpose by sharing her passion for Mudras, Meditation, Yoga, and Odissi dance, as well as her thoughts on aging and menopause. Follow Nubia at  www.instagram.com/nubiateixeira_bhaktinova  www.nubiayoga.com www.instagram.com/greetingsfrommidlife www.marlenesusan.com The album by Nubia and Jai Uttal mentioned is Pranayama. Available to download.  Kingdom of Days by Bruce Springsteen is from the Working on a Dream album Fear and Love by Morcheeba is on the Big Calm album

Listen in as I interview Elle Ingalls, Creator of The Pressure-Free Method about the biggest Myths around sleep, including: → Screen-time before bedtime → Getting older → Number of hours needed “This is your year! Step up and Own Your Worth" ~~~~~~ Join the WOW! Women Who Own Their Worth Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wowwomenwhoowntheirworth Are you Ready to Grow Your Business? www.speakwithlila.com Learn about Elle's Pressure-Free Certification Program: https://pressure-free.lpages.co/coaching-certification-information/?fbclid=IwAR3SlKG60pDjtwB8lwmEQB1yRTx07UO23QzyPg2G4y-waeZl7P6DdeIoScU ~~~~~~ Music Credit: “Om Mata Kali” by Katie Wise. Produced by Ben Leinbach, Performed by Katie Wise & Bhakti Explosion, featuring Jai Uttal on vocals.

Elle Russ chats with Ira Israel - psychotherapist the author of How To Survive Your Childhood Now That You're and Adult: A Path to Authenticity and Awakening which is endorsed by Sting, Reverend Michael Beckwith, Marianne Williamson, Jack Kornfield, Shauna Shapiro, Warren Farrell, Katherine Woodward Thomas, Jai Uttal, Joanne Cacciatore, Lorin Roche, Fred Luskin, and many many others.  Ira teaches sold-out Happiness and Authenticity workshops at Esalen and Kripalu and has written over 400 articles on psychology, philosophy, Buddhism, yoga, film, art, music & literature for The Huffington Post, Good Men Project, Mind Body Green, Thrive Global, and Medium. Ira is also the producer, writer, and actor of the best-selling series Authenticity and Awakening for Lovable Idiots, A Beginner's Guide to Happiness, A Beginner's Guide to Mindfulness Meditation, ”Mindfulness for Depression, Mindfulness for Anxiety, and Yoga for Depression and Anxiety. He graduated from the University of Pennsylvania and has graduate degrees in Psychology, Philosophy, and Religious Studies. For more information visit www.IraIsrael.com. CLICK HERE to get his Authenticity and Awakening for Lovable Idiots course for only $27 using code ELLERUSS1   SELECTED LINKS: www.IraIsrael.com Authenticity and Awakening for Lovable Idiots course for only $27 using code ELLERUSS1 ElleRuss.com    

Fulbright India scholar Daniel Paul earned his 9 year degree in the classical music of India from the Ali Akbar College of Music in San Rafael, CA. Primarily studying under the guidance of the late Maestro Ali Akbar Khan, Daniel also served as the maestro's personal assistant and tour manager, all the while studying tabla drumming under several of India's great classical masters: Zakir Hussain, Swapan Chaudhuri and Jnan Prakash Ghosh. Throughout his long career Daniel has performed with a diverse group of musicians from the late bansuri flute master G.S. Sachdev to Hawaii's Henry Kapono, and with many of today's top kirtan chanting artists such as Snatam Kaur, Seattle's Gina Salá and for two decades with Grammy nominee Jai Uttal. This interview was originally recorded on September 22nd 2020. Podcast intro music - "Summer" by Daniel Paul and Will Marsh from the album “Ragas of the Four Seasons” available on all streaming platforms. Connect and learn more about Daniel by visiting https://www.tabladaniel.com/ The World Music Podcast Jingle- composed by Will Marsh featuring musicians Josh Mellinger (tabla) and Misha Khalikulov (cello). Do you know someone who would enjoy this Podcast? Please take a moment to share and spread the inspiration! COPY THIS LINK TO SHARE! https://anchor.fm/will-marsh This is a master link that allows you to choose which platform to listen on. See Below for more offerings from your host, Will Marsh. “Raga for All Instruments” is an online course for musicians/vocalists from any musical background with a desire to explore the magic of Hindustani Raga music. Begin your raga journey now! The first four lesson videos of this course are free. https://willmarshmusic.thinkific.com/courses/raga-for-all-instruments Visit my website to connect with me - https://willmarshmusic.com/ Check out my original world-inspired music - https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/willmarsh/the-integration Book a lesson with me https://www.willmarshmusic.com/product-category/lessons/ For the finest electric sitar on the market, travel sitars and tanpuras visit - https://www.willmarshmusic.com/shop/ To access written transcriptions of these episodes, go to my blog - https://www.willmarshmusic.com/blog/ Visit my youtube channel for free lesson and music performance videos - https://www.youtube.com/c/WillMarsh Become a Patron and receive exclusive access to patron only content - https://www.patreon.com/WillMarsh?fan_landing=true --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/will-marsh/support

Inner Journey with Greg Friedman welcomes Jai Uttal. Jai is a New York boy and a grammy nominated pioneer in World Music. He has performed in reggae, punk, Motown and blues bands. When Jai came back from India both he and his music was transformed. His music is a seamless blend of East meets West and is arguably one of the best known and loved Kirtan performers. His latest CD is called, "Let Me Burn" and it ROCKS!!!!

Hear Jai Uttal share amazing stories and insights from a life as a musician and devotee of sound in this fun and deeply personal interview. Jai Uttal is a grammy nominee, kirtan artist, multi-instrumentalist, and ecstatic vocalist. He is considered a pioneer in the world music community with his combined influences from India and American rock and jazz. Jai has been leading, teaching, and performing World Music and kirtan—the ancient yoga of chanting or singing to God—around the world for close to 50 years, creating a safe environment for people to open their hearts and voices. Connect with Jai and access his offerings here https://jaiuttal.com/ The World Music Podcast Jingle is composed by Will Marsh featuring musicians Josh Mellinger (tabla) and Misha Khalikulov (cello) Do you know someone who would enjoy this Podcast? Please take a moment to share and spread the inspiration! COPY THIS LINK TO SHARE! https://anchor.fm/will-marsh This is a master link that allows you to choose which platform to listen on. See Below for more offerings from your host, Will Marsh. “Raga for All Instruments” is an online course for musicians/vocalists from any musical background with a desire to explore the magic of Hindustani Raga music. Begin your raga journey now! The first four lesson videos of this course are free. https://willmarshmusic.thinkific.com/courses/raga-for-all-instruments Visit my website to connect with me - https://willmarshmusic.com/ Check out my original world-inspired music - https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/willmarsh/the-integration Book a lesson with me https://www.willmarshmusic.com/product-category/lessons/ For the finest electric sitar on the market, travel sitars and tanpuras visit - https://www.willmarshmusic.com/shop/ To access written transcriptions of these episodes, go to my blog - https://www.willmarshmusic.com/blog/ Visit my youtube channel for free lesson and music performance videos - https://www.youtube.com/c/WillMarsh Become a Patron and receive exclusive access to patron only content - https://www.patreon.com/WillMarsh?fan_landing=true --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/will-marsh/support

It was a real pleasure chatting with Steve and hearing his insights on life and music as one who has spent a lifetime devoted to his craft. Steve Gorn is a master bamboo flautist and saxophone player who is featured on Grammy nominated cds by Paul Simon, Glen Velez, Jack DeJohnette, Paul Winter, Krishna Das, Jai Uttal, Tony Levin, Adam Rudolph, Layne Redmond, Richie Havens, Alessandra Belloni, Badal Roy, Simon Shaheen, Deepak Chopra, Robert Bly, Coleman Barks, and numerous Indian musicians. Connect with Steve via his website - https://stevegorn.com/ The World Music Podcast Jingle- composed by Will Marsh featuring musicians Josh Mellinger (tabla) and Misha Khalikulov (cello). Do you know someone who would enjoy this Podcast? Please take a moment to share and spread the inspiration! COPY THIS LINK TO SHARE! https://anchor.fm/will-marsh This is a master link that allows you to choose which platform to listen on. See Below for more offerings from your host, Will Marsh. “Raga for All Instruments” is an online course for musicians/vocalists from any musical background with a desire to explore the magic of Hindustani Raga music. Begin your raga journey now! The first four lesson videos of this course are free. https://willmarshmusic.thinkific.com/courses/raga-for-all-instruments Visit my website to connect with me - https://willmarshmusic.com/ Check out my original world-inspired music - https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/willmarsh/the-integration Book a lesson with me https://www.willmarshmusic.com/product-category/lessons/ For the finest electric sitar on the market, travel sitars and tanpuras visit - https://www.willmarshmusic.com/shop/ To access written transcriptions of these episodes, go to my blog - https://www.willmarshmusic.com/blog/ Visit my youtube channel for free lesson and music performance videos - https://www.youtube.com/c/WillMarsh Become a Patron and receive exclusive access to patron only content - https://www.patreon.com/WillMarsh?fan_landing=true --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/will-marsh/support