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CHITHEADS with Jacob Kyle (Embodied Philosophy)

Chitheads is a smorgasbord of contemplative education. Each episode is like a mini masterclass, exploring the diverse landscapes of spiritual practice, philosophy, and the transformative power of embodied knowledge. Each episode is crafted with the curious and open heart in mind, aiming to illuminate the path of self-inquiry and empowerment for yoga teachers, scholar-practitioners, meditators and other spiritual seekers and contemplative folks from around the world. From the profound teachings of Yoga and Buddhism to the sometimes complex theories of contemplative psychology and the vibrant tapestry of indigenous wisdom, our guests share insights that awaken, challenge, and inspire. With every episode, we dive into discussions that matter, exploring questions that guide us closer to our true selves and to a deeper understanding of the world around us. Our mission is to create a space where wisdom (and not fame, power, or money) is the center of gravity and what we are most concerned about cultivating in this lifetime.  Join us on Chitheads as we explore the liminal spaces of consciousness, embrace the complexities of the human experience without dogma or self-righteousness, and discover the beauty again and again of the interconnectedness of all things. Subscribe to Chitheads on YouTube and your favorite podcast platform, and please consider leaving us a positive review on one iTunes, or your favorite podcast player. Come dive into these in-depth conversations that illuminate our path of contemplative discovery. If you’ve felt like you’re the only one full of chit – full of consciousness or awareness ˀ– welcome home. This community of listeners, seekers, and scholar-practitioners is for you.

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Average duration
68 minutes
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179
Years Active
2015 - 2025
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Spiritual Bypassing, Non-Dualism Explained, and the 4th State of Consciousness with Jacob Kyle

Spiritual Bypassing, Non-Dualism Explained, and the 4th State of Consciousness with Jacob Kyle

In this episode, Jacob Kyle offers a curated selection of teachings from Sādhana School, Embodied Philosophy’s year-long curriculum of contemplative study and practice. The episode weaves together re…
00:42:22  |   Mon 16 Jun 2025
The Power of Poetry in Medieval Kashmir with James D. Reich

The Power of Poetry in Medieval Kashmir with James D. Reich

In this conversation, Jacob Kyle and James D. Reich discuss the concept of Rasa in Indian aesthetics and literary theory. They explore the idea that poetry and art can evoke a specific emotional expe…
01:24:19  |   Thu 10 Apr 2025
Ritual, Reality & the Sri Yantra with Kavitha Chinnaiyan

Ritual, Reality & the Sri Yantra with Kavitha Chinnaiyan

In this episode, Jacob Kyle and Kavitha Chinnaiyan delve into the intricate world of the Sri Chakra and Sri Yantra, exploring their significance in Tantric practices. Kavitha shares insights from her…
01:18:56  |   Wed 12 Mar 2025
Change Your Breath to Change Your Life with Jacob Kyle

Change Your Breath to Change Your Life with Jacob Kyle

In this episode, Jacob Kyle shares an excerpt from the first session of the Winter Sādhana School course — exploring the fundamentals of Yoga Philosophy to help situate us in the conversation of prāṇ…
00:17:07  |   Fri 24 Jan 2025
Abhinavagupta, A.I., and the Matter of Wonder with Loriliai Biernacki

Abhinavagupta, A.I., and the Matter of Wonder with Loriliai Biernacki

Loriliai Biernacki is Associate Professor of Religious Studies at the University of Colorado at Boulder. Her research interests include Hinduism, gender, New Materialism, and the interface between re…
01:39:54  |   Tue 03 Dec 2024
Anxiety from a Philosophical Perspective with Samir Chopra

Anxiety from a Philosophical Perspective with Samir Chopra

Jacob Kyle interviews Samir Chopra about anxiety from a philosophical perspective. In Samir's new book Anxiety: A Philosophical Guide, Samir explores the therapeutic value of anxiety from traditions …
01:37:17  |   Mon 14 Oct 2024
Jain Philosophy Through its Primary Concepts with Shree Nahata

Jain Philosophy Through its Primary Concepts with Shree Nahata

Jacob Kyle interviews Shree Nahata about the fundamental principles of Jain philosophy and how these principles are incredibly timely and insightful for modern times.

To deepen your knowledge of yoga …
01:30:10  |   Fri 02 Aug 2024
Bhāva: A Theory of Imagination

Bhāva: A Theory of Imagination

In this episode of the podcast, we share an excerpt from the 30-Day Sādhana on the topic of bhāva, a Sanskrit word which has a number of different meanings, including emotion, being, becoming, and de…
00:16:21  |   Wed 19 Jun 2024
The Lineage of Immortals with Jason Birch

The Lineage of Immortals with Jason Birch

Jason Birch is a scholar of medieval haṭha yoga and a founding member of SOAS's Centre for Yoga Studies. His research includes locating and translating early yoga manuscripts, and preparing critical …
01:44:09  |   Wed 05 Jun 2024
This Crack in Time with Shambhavi Sarasvati

This Crack in Time with Shambhavi Sarasvati

Shambhavi Sarasvati is the spiritual director of Jaya Kula, a nonprofit community in Portland, Oregon. Her principle training is in the View and practices of Trika Shaivism—also called Kashmir Shaivi…
01:15:00  |   Fri 19 Apr 2024
Ancient Greek Wisdom with Athena Potari

Ancient Greek Wisdom with Athena Potari

Athena Potari is a philosopher, spiritual teacher, and lineage holder of the Hellenic
spiritual tradition. She is the founder of Athenoa – an Academy for Hellenic Wisdom in
Greece, where Hellenism is a…
01:25:08  |   Tue 12 Mar 2024
The Wisdom of Zero with Jacob Kyle

The Wisdom of Zero with Jacob Kyle

In today's episode, Embodied Philosophy Founder Jacob Kyle is interviewed by Kelly Blaser for the 2024 Power of Meditation Summit. They discussed the role of the scholar-practitioner, the philosophic…
01:01:13  |   Mon 04 Mar 2024
Yoga Teacher Travails & Transformations with Leslie Kaminoff

Yoga Teacher Travails & Transformations with Leslie Kaminoff

Leslie Kaminoff is a yoga educator inspired by the tradition of T.K.V. Desikachar. He is an internationally recognized specialist with four decades’ experience in the fields of yoga and breath anatom…
01:54:08  |   Wed 21 Feb 2024
The Vibratory Power of Sanskrit with Lucy Crisfield

The Vibratory Power of Sanskrit with Lucy Crisfield

About the Guest Lucy Crisfield is a speaker at the World Yoga Festival, a plenary speaker at the British Wheel of Yoga Festival, and the founder of ‘Original Wisdom’, through which she shares the inn…
01:24:33  |   Thu 14 Dec 2023
Subversive Sanskrit Studies with Bihani Sarkar

Subversive Sanskrit Studies with Bihani Sarkar

About the Guest Bihani Sarkar is a Calcutta-born, Oxford-educated, scholar of classical Sanskrit literature and pre-modern Indian history and religious traditions. Bihani is a historian of early Indi…
01:23:33  |   Wed 29 Nov 2023
On the Role of the Guru with Hari-kirtana das, Ken Rose, Trish Tillman & Stephanie Corigliano

On the Role of the Guru with Hari-kirtana das, Ken Rose, Trish Tillman & Stephanie Corigliano

About the Guests

Hari-kirtana das is a yoga teacher, spiritual mentor, and author. He's been practicing devotional yoga and various other yogic disciplines for the better part of the last 50 years, ha…
01:51:46  |   Tue 14 Nov 2023
The Luminous Self with Tracee Stanley

The Luminous Self with Tracee Stanley

About the Guest Tracee Stanley is the author of the bestselling book Radiant Rest: Yoga Nidra for Deep Relaxation and Awakened Clarity and the founder of Empowered Life Circle, a sacred community and…
00:44:56  |   Wed 11 Oct 2023
Body by Breath with Jill Miller

Body by Breath with Jill Miller

About the Guest Jill Miller, C-IAYT, ERYT, YA-CEP is a fascia and movement expert that forges links between the worlds of yoga, massage, athletics, and pain management. Her programs, Yoga Tune Up® an…
00:47:55  |   Tue 19 Sep 2023
TRIBUTE [Best of]: Sally Kempton on the Divine Feminine, Deity Yoga and Spiritual Pragmatism

TRIBUTE [Best of]: Sally Kempton on the Divine Feminine, Deity Yoga and Spiritual Pragmatism

About the Guest Sally Kempton was a master of meditation, yoga philosophy, and practical tantric philosophy. Her retreats and workshops were known for creating breakthroughs, born of her ability to h…
00:52:31  |   Tue 25 Jul 2023
Options For Yoga Teachers Today with Ava Taylor

Options For Yoga Teachers Today with Ava Taylor

About the Guest Ava Taylor, Founder of YAMA Talent, is a tenacious entrepreneur & avid yogi. Committed to running an ethics-based business, her personal mission is to be a Catalyst for Better Living,…
00:54:30  |   Tue 11 Jul 2023
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