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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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68 minutes
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179
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2015 - 2025
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Andrew Harvey on Sacred Activism and Radical Regeneration (#140)

Andrew Harvey on Sacred Activism and Radical Regeneration (#140)

Andrew Harvey is an internationally acclaimed writer, poet, translator, and mystical teacher. He is the author of over 40 books, including Son of Man, The Hope, Way of Passion, Turn Me to Gold, and S…
01:01:00  |   Tue 12 Oct 2021
Stephen Porges On Trauma & Polyvagal Theory (#139)

Stephen Porges On Trauma & Polyvagal Theory (#139)

Dr. Stephen W. Porges is a distinguished university scientist at Indiana University, where he is the founding director of the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium. He is also a professor of psychiatr…
00:51:11  |   Tue 28 Sep 2021
Krishna Das on Chanting Divine Names (#138)

Krishna Das on Chanting Divine Names (#138)

Layering traditional kirtan with instantly accessible melodies and modern instrumentation, Krishna Das has been called yoga’s “rock star.” With a remarkably soulful voice that touches the deepest cho…
01:01:08  |   Thu 23 Sep 2021
Cornel West on Spiritual Citizenship (#137)

Cornel West on Spiritual Citizenship (#137)

In this interview with Dr. Cornel West, originally a keynote event from our July 2021 Spiritual Citizenship Online Conference, co-host for the conference, Oneika Mays, explores the relationship betwe…
01:16:32  |   Tue 14 Sep 2021
Raj Balkaran on the Wisdom of Stories (#136)

Raj Balkaran on the Wisdom of Stories (#136)

Dr. Raj Balkaran is a scholar of Sanskrit narrative texts and the author of The Goddess and the King in Indian Myth (Routledge 2018), The Goddess and the Sun in Indian Myth (Routledge 2020), and seve…
01:07:58  |   Tue 27 Jul 2021
Michelle C. Johnson on Finding Refuge (#135)

Michelle C. Johnson on Finding Refuge (#135)

Michelle C. Johnson is an author, yoga teacher, social justice activist, intuitive healer, and Dismantling Racism trainer. She approaches her life and work from a place of empowerment, embodiment, an…
00:58:44  |   Tue 06 Jul 2021
Shreena Gandhi on White Supremacy (#134)

Shreena Gandhi on White Supremacy (#134)

Shreena Gandhi is a part of the Religious Studies Department at Michigan State University, where is primarily teaches classes on religion and race in the Americas. She is currently finishing up edits…
00:41:49  |   Tue 08 Jun 2021
Isa Gucciardi on Birth & Initiations (#133)

Isa Gucciardi on Birth & Initiations (#133)

In the mid-nineties, Isa Gucciardi began developing Depth Hypnosis as she entered into clinical practice. Her studies, both in academia and in the field of cultural and linguistic anthropology, compa…
00:59:24  |   Tue 25 May 2021
Richard Katz on Indigenous Psychology and Allyship (#132)

Richard Katz on Indigenous Psychology and Allyship (#132)

After receiving his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Harvard, Richard Katz began a journey beyond the confines of psychology, into a world of experiences nourished by Indigenous knowledge and its em…
01:09:18  |   Tue 11 May 2021
Françoise Bourzat on Consciousness Medicine (#131)

Françoise Bourzat on Consciousness Medicine (#131)

Françoise Bourzat has been bridging the divide between western psychology and indigenous wisdom for the past 30 years in collaboration with healers in Huautla de Jimenez, Mexico, on the optimal appli…
01:03:05  |   Tue 20 Apr 2021
Prentis Hemphill on Healing Justice & Queer Spiritual Purpose (#130)

Prentis Hemphill on Healing Justice & Queer Spiritual Purpose (#130)

Prentis Hemphill is a movement facilitator, Somatics teacher, and practitioner, and working at the convergence of healing, collective transformation, and political organizing. Prentis has spent the l…
00:57:40  |   Tue 06 Apr 2021
Vineet Chander on Hindu Chaplaincy (#129)

Vineet Chander on Hindu Chaplaincy (#129)

In this episode we discuss:
  1. The roots of pastoral care and chaplaincy 
  2. Incorporating the frameworks of Vendantic, yoga philosophy in Hindu chaplaincy
  3. Contemplative dimensions of pastoral care, bring…
01:01:45  |   Tue 09 Mar 2021
Zhenevere Sophia Dao on Sexuality and the Transgender Necessity (#128)

Zhenevere Sophia Dao on Sexuality and the Transgender Necessity (#128)

In this episode we discuss:
  1. Post-Daoism as a philosophy reinterpreting depth psychology, qigong, and Daoism
  2. MogaDao as a practice at the intersection of somatic, queer, and socioerotic inquiry
  3. Socia…
01:13:59  |   Tue 23 Feb 2021
Tracee Stanley on Yoga Nidra (#127)

Tracee Stanley on Yoga Nidra (#127)

In this episode we discuss:
1. The philosophy of yoga nidra, the goddess of yoga nidra and the four states of consciousness. 
2. Yoga nidra as a state and as a systematic guided relaxation. 
3. Obstacle…
00:52:16  |   Tue 09 Feb 2021
Tias Little On Practice as the Path (#126)

Tias Little On Practice as the Path (#126)

In this episode, we discuss:
  1. How yoga communities and the industry have changed during the Covid pandemic.
  2. The inspiration for Tia’s new book “The Practice is the Path”.
  3. Being comfortable living wit…
00:58:01  |   Tue 12 Jan 2021
Shailla Vaidya on Yoga for Stress & Burnout (#125)

Shailla Vaidya on Yoga for Stress & Burnout (#125)

In this episode, we discuss:
  1. Growing up Indian in a majority white culture, shame and the impact of disconnection from culture.
  2. The value of yoga and mindbody practices in medicine and education.
  3. St…
00:54:26  |   Wed 30 Dec 2020
Kulreet Chaudhary on Sound Medicine (#124)

Kulreet Chaudhary on Sound Medicine (#124)

In this episode, we discuss:
  1. Understanding the culture of Contemporary medicine and medicine as an industry.
  2. The Ayurvedic approach, addressing the physical, energetic and mental realm.
  3. Quantum biol…
00:56:17  |   Tue 15 Dec 2020
Swami Swatmananda on Diwali, Vedanta & Shiva (#123)

Swami Swatmananda on Diwali, Vedanta & Shiva (#123)

In this episode, we discuss:
  1. Invocation as a tool to invoke the divinity from within us.
  2. The celebration of Diwali and the purpose of celebrating festivals.
  3. Idols as means to connect to the God with…
00:54:36  |   Tue 01 Dec 2020
Alberto Villoldo on Shamanism (#122)

Alberto Villoldo on Shamanism (#122)

Medical anthropologist Alberto Villoldo has studied the shamanic healing practices of the Amazon and Andes for more than 25 years. He is the founder of the Four Winds Society, which trains modern sha…
00:43:40  |   Wed 18 Nov 2020
Daniel Simpson on the Truth of Yoga (#121)

Daniel Simpson on the Truth of Yoga (#121)

In this episode we discuss:
  1. Daniel Simpson’s upcoming book, The Truth of Yoga. Daniel shares his intention and inspiration behind this comprehensive overview integrating contemporary history with sc…
00:59:01  |   Tue 20 Oct 2020
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