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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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Philip Goldberg on Spiritual Practice for Crazy Times (#120)

Philip Goldberg on Spiritual Practice for Crazy Times (#120)

In this episode, we discuss:
  1. Co-sustaining spiritual practice and effective social action.
  2. Tips for carving out time for practice/ finding your core practice.
  3. Yogananda’s balanced, spiritual and res…
01:09:32  |   Tue 13 Oct 2020
Chris Walling on Yoga Therapy Research (#119)

Chris Walling on Yoga Therapy Research (#119)

Dr. Chris Walling, PsyD, SEP, C-IAYT has been an active leader in healthcare for nearly two decades. His work integrates the developmental, biological, and somatic aspects of the lifespan. His work i…
00:42:15  |   Wed 16 Sep 2020
Mirabai Starr on Feminine Mysticism (#118)

Mirabai Starr on Feminine Mysticism (#118)

Mirabai Starr is an award-winning author of creative non-fiction and contemporary translations of sacred literature. She taught Philosophy and World Religions at the University of New Mexico-Taos for…
01:07:56  |   Tue 08 Sep 2020
Lisa Danylchuk on Yoga for Trauma Recovery (#117)

Lisa Danylchuk on Yoga for Trauma Recovery (#117)

Lisa Danylchuk is a licensed psychotherapist and yoga teacher trainer whose specialty is bringing yoga into trauma treatment. A graduate of UCLA and Harvard University, Lisa is the founder of the Cen…
01:06:41  |   Tue 25 Aug 2020
Jeffrey Kripal on Flips of Perspective (#116)

Jeffrey Kripal on Flips of Perspective (#116)

Jeffrey J. Kripal is the Associate Dean of the Faculty and Graduate Programs in the School of the Humanities and the J. Newton Rayzor Chair in Philosophy and Religious Thought at Rice University. He …
01:15:01  |   Tue 11 Aug 2020
Alex Auder on Socialist Yoga (#115)

Alex Auder on Socialist Yoga (#115)

Alex Auder, recently hailed by the NYTimes as “Yoga’s Instagram Provocateur” (https://www.nytimes.com/2019/05/31/style/yoga-instagram-alex-auder.html) is a native New Yorker, who grew up in the Chels…
01:57:19  |   Tue 21 Jul 2020
Lama Rod Owens on Love & Anger (#114)

Lama Rod Owens on Love & Anger (#114)

In this episode, we discuss:
  • The utility of righteous anger in activism.
  • Spiritual practice as an expression of disrupting violence in the world.
  • Discomfort as the place where realization and freedo…
01:00:43  |   Tue 14 Jul 2020
Nkem Ndefo on Trauma & Resilience (#113)

Nkem Ndefo on Trauma & Resilience (#113)

In this episode we discuss:
  1. Trauma as the root of most of our suffering 
  2. Common misperceptions about trauma and stress 
  3. 6 principles of a trauma-informed approach
  4. Incorporating neuroscience and a re…
00:52:16  |   Wed 08 Jul 2020
Greta Gaard on Mindful Ecofeminism (#112)

Greta Gaard on Mindful Ecofeminism (#112)

Greta Gaard began practicing Vipassana meditation in 1995 at Common Ground Meditation Center in Minneapolis, MN. An early proponent of ecofeminism, Gaard has written extensively to illuminate the lin…
01:05:11  |   Tue 30 Jun 2020
Georgi Y. Johnson on NonDual Therapy (#111)

Georgi Y. Johnson on NonDual Therapy (#111)

In this episode we discuss: 
  1. Contemplating death, existence looking at non-existence
  2. Trauma, dissociation, suffering and spiritual emergency
  3. The mysteries of perceptions through mind, heart, and bod…
01:13:58  |   Tue 09 Jun 2020
Todd Norian on Unreasonable Happiness (#110)

Todd Norian on Unreasonable Happiness (#110)

In this episode we discuss:
  1. Unreasonable happiness as a way to engage in this time of crisis 
  2. Todd’s personal experience of spiritual awakening 
  3. The fall from grace of two beloved gurus
  4. Betrayal, re…
01:32:56  |   Tue 21 Apr 2020
Mary Reilly Nichols & Kavitha Chinnaiyan on Bhakti (#109)

Mary Reilly Nichols & Kavitha Chinnaiyan on Bhakti (#109)

In this episode we discuss:
  1. The spirit of Bhakti
  2. Breath as a supreme principle, relating to the Divine through breath - a delivery system of love
  3. The power of mantra
  4. Bhakti as the fuel for practice …
00:59:02  |   Tue 14 Apr 2020
Shambhavi Sarasvati on Expanding our View (#108)

Shambhavi Sarasvati on Expanding our View (#108)

In this episode we discuss:
  1. The nature of reality as wisdom and compassion even in the face of obstacles
  2. Spiritual challenges we are facing in the Covid19 pandemic
  3. Staying in our spiritual practice …
01:05:51  |   Tue 07 Apr 2020
Nina Rao & Hari-kirtana das on Bhakti (#107)

Nina Rao & Hari-kirtana das on Bhakti (#107)

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01:24:52  |   Tue 31 Mar 2020
Stephen Porges on Polyvagal Theory (#106)

Stephen Porges on Polyvagal Theory (#106)

Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D. is a Distinguished University Scientist at Indiana University, where he is the founding director of the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium within the Kinsey Institute.  He …
01:20:47  |   Wed 25 Mar 2020
Coronavirus Contemplations with Miles Neale & Isa Gucciardi (#105)

Coronavirus Contemplations with Miles Neale & Isa Gucciardi (#105)

Jacob Kyle speaks with Miles Neale and Isa Gucciardi about the corona virus, how we can skillfully respond to the situation, and why contemplative practice is so important at this time.See omnystudio…
01:12:32  |   Tue 17 Mar 2020
Neil Dalal on Vedanta & Self-Inquiry (#104)

Neil Dalal on Vedanta & Self-Inquiry (#104)

In this episode, we discuss:
  1. Neil’s documentary film, Gurukulam, which explores a living Advaita Vedanta lineage through sensory ethnography
  2. What brought Neil to his path
  3. Triple process of study for…
01:25:13  |   Wed 05 Feb 2020
Joakim Vindenes on Virtual Reality (#103)

Joakim Vindenes on Virtual Reality (#103)

In this episode, we discuss:
  1. How can we make interactions with VR meaningful
  2. VR as a support for contemplative practice
  3. The parallel between VR and Hinduism as an understanding of the world as dharm…
00:50:06  |   Tue 28 Jan 2020
Andrew Holecek on Dreams & the Primary Delusion (#102)

Andrew Holecek on Dreams & the Primary Delusion (#102)

In this episode we discuss:
  1. Dreams from the perspective of Eastern tradition
  2. What is the non-dreaming state
  3. Spiritual benefits of lucid dreaming, including the development of psychic power
  4. Physical …
01:16:04  |   Tue 24 Dec 2019
Christine Caldwell on Bodyfulness (#101)

Christine Caldwell on Bodyfulness (#101)

In this episode we discuss:
  1. Christine Caldwell's new book, Bodyfulness: Somatic Practices for Presence, Empowerment, & Waking Up in This Life
  2. Bodyfulness happens when you look at embodiment as physi…
01:17:41  |   Tue 10 Dec 2019
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