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CHITHEADS with Jacob Kyle (Embodied Philosophy) - Podcast

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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Igor Kufayev on Spanda, Quantum Physics, and the Role of the Teacher (#39)

Igor Kufayev on Spanda, Quantum Physics, and the Role of the Teacher (#39)

An artist, Advaita Tantra master and founder of the Flowing Wakefulness community, for over a decade Igor Kufayev has been serving as a conduit of transmission for awakening towards the new era of he…
02:03:47  |   Sat 08 Apr 2017
Hari-kirtana das on Yoga Philosophy, Bhakti Yoga, and the Path to Self-Realization (#38)

Hari-kirtana das on Yoga Philosophy, Bhakti Yoga, and the Path to Self-Realization (#38)

Hari-kirtana das: A lifelong student of yoga, meditation, and Eastern spiritual philosophies, Hari-kirtana das lived full-time in devotional yoga ashrams and intentional spiritual communities from 19…
01:13:37  |   Fri 24 Mar 2017
Dr. Kelly Brogan on Holistic Psychiatry, Integrative Healing, and a Healthy Gut (#37)

Dr. Kelly Brogan on Holistic Psychiatry, Integrative Healing, and a Healthy Gut (#37)

Kelly Brogan, M.D. is a Manhattan-based holistic women’s health psychiatrist, author of the book, A Mind of Your Own and co-editor of the landmark textbook, Integrative Therapies for Depression. She …
00:32:02  |   Sat 18 Mar 2017
Steven Peterson on Taoist Alchemy (#36)

Steven Peterson on Taoist Alchemy (#36)

Steve Peterson started Taoist Alchemy and Chi Kung on the recommendation of his family doctor.  The practices both had a dramatic effect on his health and set him on a new spiritual path.  He now tea…
00:55:37  |   Sun 12 Mar 2017
Richard Smoley on Western Mysticism, Scientism, and God (#35)

Richard Smoley on Western Mysticism, Scientism, and God (#35)

Richard Smoley has over thirty-five years’ experience studying and practicing mystical spirituality and philosophy. His latest book is The Deal: A Guide to Radical and Complete Forgiveness. Other wor…
00:57:31  |   Sat 18 Feb 2017
Spring Washam on Ayahuasca, Healing and Meditation Practice (#34)

Spring Washam on Ayahuasca, Healing and Meditation Practice (#34)

Spring Washam is a well known meditation and dharma teacher based in Oakland, California. She has studied numerous meditation practices and Buddhist philosophy since 1997. She is a founding member an…
00:46:09  |   Sat 11 Feb 2017
Eddie Stern on Ashtanga, Indian Thought and Injury (#33)

Eddie Stern on Ashtanga, Indian Thought and Injury (#33)

Eddie Stern is the co-founder of Ashtanga Yoga New York, the Brooklyn Yoga Club and the Broome Street Ganesha Temple. He studied Ashtanga Yoga under Sri K. Pattabhi Jois, of Mysore, South India, for …
01:23:18  |   Sat 21 Jan 2017
Jeffery D. Long on Reimagining Religion, Hinduism, & Spiritual Pluralism (#32)

Jeffery D. Long on Reimagining Religion, Hinduism, & Spiritual Pluralism (#32)

Jeffery D. Long is Professor of Religion and Asian Studies at Elizabethtown College, in Pennsylvania. He is associated with the Vedanta Society, DĀNAM (the Dharma Academy of North America) and the Hi…
01:00:09  |   Sat 17 Dec 2016
Sally Kempton on the Divine Feminine, Deity Yoga & Spiritual Pragmatism (#31)

Sally Kempton on the Divine Feminine, Deity Yoga & Spiritual Pragmatism (#31)

Sally Kempton is a master of meditation, yoga philosophy, and practical tantric philosophy. Her retreats and workshops are known for creating breakthroughs, born of her ability to help people turn su…
00:54:56  |   Sat 10 Dec 2016
Rod Stryker on Tradition, the Goal of Practice, the Four Desires, and Politics (#30)

Rod Stryker on Tradition, the Goal of Practice, the Four Desires, and Politics (#30)

Rod Stryker (also known as Yogarupa) is widely considered one of the West's leading authorities on yoga, tantra and meditation. He has taught for more than thirty-five years, is the founder of ParaYo…
01:05:15  |   Sat 19 Nov 2016
Shambhavi Sarasvati on Avatars, Devotion and the Wisdom of Reality (#29)

Shambhavi Sarasvati on Avatars, Devotion and the Wisdom of Reality (#29)

Shambhavi is the spiritual director of Jaya Kula. Her principle training is in the View and practices of Trika Shaivism, the classical Tantrik tradition of Kashmir, and the Dzogchen tradition of Tibe…
01:07:33  |   Tue 01 Nov 2016
Mary Reilly Nichols on Ecstatic Experiences, Muktananda & Hatha Yoga (#28)

Mary Reilly Nichols on Ecstatic Experiences, Muktananda & Hatha Yoga (#28)

Mary Reilly Nichols holds a B.A. in Anthropology from Harvard University and completed five years of residency in meditation ashrams in India and the US.  A devoted student of Muktananda, she has tau…
00:58:08  |   Tue 11 Oct 2016
Jay Garfield on Non-Western & Western Philosophies (#27)

Jay Garfield on Non-Western & Western Philosophies (#27)

Jay L. Garfield directs the Smith's Logic and Buddhist Studies programs and the Five College Tibetan Studies in India program. He is also visiting professor of Buddhist Philosophy at Harvard Divinity…
00:50:10  |   Sun 02 Oct 2016
Matthew Remski on Eroticism in Yoga, Authority Structures and Accountability (#26)

Matthew Remski on Eroticism in Yoga, Authority Structures and Accountability (#26)

Matthew Remski has been practicing meditation since 1996 and asana since 2000. He’s taught yoga, yoga philosophy, and Ayurveda in Toronto and beyond since 2005. He maintains an active Ayurveda consul…
01:33:30  |   Tue 20 Sep 2016
Joe Loizzo on Meditation Research, Neuroplasticity and Contemplative Science (#25)

Joe Loizzo on Meditation Research, Neuroplasticity and Contemplative Science (#25)

Joe Loizzo, M.D., Ph.D. is a contemplative psychotherapist, clinical researcher, and Buddhist scholar-teacher who integrates ancient contemplative science and technology with current breakthroughs in…
00:55:58  |   Sat 10 Sep 2016
Sharon Salzberg on Faith, Meditation and Cultivating an Ethical Life (#24)

Sharon Salzberg on Faith, Meditation and Cultivating an Ethical Life (#24)

Born in New York City in 1952, Sharon Salzberg experienced a childhood involving considerable loss and turmoil. An early realization of the power of meditation to overcome personal suffering determin…
00:42:50  |   Sat 27 Aug 2016
Leslie Kaminoff on Yoga Alliance, Anatomy Maps, and Free Will (#23)

Leslie Kaminoff on Yoga Alliance, Anatomy Maps, and Free Will (#23)

Our guest in this episode is Leslie Kaminoff. Leslie is a yoga educator inspired by the tradition of T.K.V. Desikachar. He is an internationally recognized specialist with thirty seven years’ experie…
01:16:18  |   Sat 20 Aug 2016
Anneke Lucas on Being Sex Trafficked, Trauma, and Liberation (#22)

Anneke Lucas on Being Sex Trafficked, Trauma, and Liberation (#22)

Anneke Lucas founded Liberation Prison Yoga in 2014. Aside from her duties as executive director , Anneke trains new volunteer instructors on site. She also teaches regularly at several of the eight …
01:23:14  |   Fri 05 Aug 2016
Dana Slamp on the Nervous System, our Cartesian Worldview, and Yoga Therapy (#21)

Dana Slamp on the Nervous System, our Cartesian Worldview, and Yoga Therapy (#21)

Dana Slamp is the Founder of Prema Yoga Therapeutics, an IAYT member school and the leading training facility for yoga therapists in NYC. She leads advanced teacher trainings at Pure Yoga in uptown N…
01:22:19  |   Thu 28 Jul 2016
Ramesh Bjonnes on the Tantrik vs. Vedic Stream of History, the 4 Pillars of Tantra, and Environmentalism (#20)

Ramesh Bjonnes on the Tantrik vs. Vedic Stream of History, the 4 Pillars of Tantra, and Environmentalism (#20)

Ramesh Bjonnes is a writer, yogi and workshop leader. Currently residing in the United States, he lived in India and Nepal in the 1980s learning directly from an enigmatic master of Tantra. He has pr…
01:11:28  |   Wed 20 Jul 2016
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