Truths about life from the timeless wisdom of the Bhakti-yoga tradition - fun, relevant, and deep. Learn about dharma, yoga, bhakti, and how it relates to all the basic questions of life. This show is about how to live your best life, let go of the external distractions, and uncover the spiritual happiness that lies within the heart as the true nature of the soul.
Raghunath and Kaustubha's connection goes back to their teens in the New York Hardcore Punk Scene of the early 80s, through serving together as Bhakti-yogi monks in the 90's, to sharing their experiences in the world of yoga in the 21st century.
Sometimes, life deals us a hand that feels completely unjust. But the way we respond to these challenges holds a key to unlocking special blessings? In this powerful episode of Wisdom of the Sages, R…
Life’s struggles can feel relentless—debt, setbacks, and a sense of being stuck in survival mode. But what if we saw these challenges weren’t just obstacles, but invitations to transformation? In thi…
What if the very suffering that seems unfair is actually your greatest opportunity for growth? In this compelling episode of Wisdom of the Sages, Raghunath and Kaustubha dive deep into the power of t…
Bitterness or transformation—how do we digest life’s painful experiences? In this deep dive into bhakti wisdom, Srimad Bhagavatam scholar Bhakti Vijnana Goswami shares insights from his new book, Hea…
How can time both move and remain still? How can one moment be fully experienced forever without fading, without loss? The idea of a realm beyond time challenges everything we know. In the material w…
The kings, sages, and celestial beings described in the early chapters of the 9th Canto of Śrīmad Bhāgavatam possess extraordinary power, longevity, and mystical abilities. Yet, despite their dominan…
Creation and destruction, cosmic order and divine justice—these may seem like the primary reasons God engages with the world, but the Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam reveals something much deeper. Krishna’s true p…
From the ancient Vedic story of King Satyavrata’s encounter with Matsya, the divine fish incarnation, to modern struggles with resentment and attachment, this episode exposes the hidden knots in our …
Step into the sacred dust of Govardhan Hill, where ancient wisdom meets the modern struggle for meaning. In this immersive episode, Raghunath and Kaustubha take you on a journey through the heart of …
In the heart of Vraja, where every stone is sacred and every step a meditation, Govardhan Parikrama is more than just a ritual—it’s a transformational experience. In this Wisdom of the Sages Q & A ep…
In this episode, Raghunath and Kaustubha challenge conventional ideas about success, wealth, and legacy, revealing why material privilege often creates division, stress, and emptiness. Instead, they …
Can wisdom truly be lost—or does it just become hidden? And how does an unpredictable, wildly compassionate avatar break every rule to deliver divine love?
In this episode, Raghunath and Kaustubha ta…
The world is unraveling in division, anxiety, and distractions, yet beneath the surface, a spiritual revolution is growing. Sitala Devi Dasi, a devoted practitioner since 1970, shares her firsthand e…
In this mind-expanding episode, Raghunath sits down with astrophysicists, astronomers, and Vedic scholars to explore one of the most ambitious scientific and spiritual projects on the planet—the Scie…
A childhood spent in the sacred temples of India. A teenage descent into the violent world of organized crime. A near-death experience that changed everything. This is the raw, eye-opening story of G…
These aren’t just ancient tales—they’re spiritual vehicles designed to purify, elevate, and awaken the soul. In this episode, we uncover the influence of the yoga of spiritual sound and how simply he…
Holding on may be is the very thing holding us back. In this compelling episode of Wisdom of the Sages, Raghunath and Kaustubha explore a transformative truth: divine grace isn’t a reward for perfect…
Scientific studies confirm that a personal, collaborative relationship with the Divine fosters resilience, reduces anxiety, and instills a deep sense of purpose. But what does this look like beyond r…
We explore where medical science and spirituality intersect in meaningful ways in Episode 1527. Kaustubha interviews Dr. Chetna Kang as she outlines five key pillars of spirituality that have been sh…
The moment we gain a little wealth, power, or beauty, we fall into the illusion of ownership. We think, This is mine. I earned it. I control it. But the reality? Everything we claim as ours is on loa…