Wisdom of the Sages

🎙️ In this special episode, Raghunath and Kaustubha explore the essence of contentment and how teachings on contentment originate in the ancient yoga texts and continue to echo through great thinkers…

Happy New Year! Join Raghunath and Kaustubha in this special Wisdom of the Sages episode as they reflect on a few impactful takeaways from 2024, sharing insights on how to bring spirituality into eve…

How do we balance human emotions with spiritual wisdom? In this heartfelt Q&A episode of Wisdom of the Sages, Raghunath and Mara dive deep into navigating grief, supporting loved ones through loss, a…

Stoic philosophy meets the wisdom of the Bhakti tradition in this thought-provoking episode of Wisdom of the Sages. Tune in as Raghunath and Kaustubha explore teachings of simplicity and contentment …

A heartfelt and thought-provoking Christmas episode of Wisdom of the Sages, where Raghunath and Kastubha explore the profound intersections between the teachings of Jesus Christ and the timeless path…

Join Raghunath and Kaustubha in this heartfelt Christmas Eve episode as they delve into Blaise Pascal’s profound insights about the “God-shaped hole” within every human being. Together, they unpack t…

In this milestone 1500th episode, Wisdom of the Sages celebrates the profound transformations sparked by the daily discussions of the Srimad Bhagavatam. Hear heartfelt testimonials from listeners aro…

Join Raghunath in a heartfelt conversation with renowned Kirtan leader Madhava Das. This episode is filled with personal stories, and timeless lessons about the transformative power of the Kirtan.

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Join Raghunath and Kaustubha as they confront the darker corners of spiritual life. Through heartfelt questions from listeners, they explore profound truths about the battle between light and shadow …

Dive deep into the true meaning of yoga beyond the asanas, as Raghunath and Kaustubha unravel the profound connection between yoga's meditative roots and transcendental joy. Through the enchanting Li…

Join Raghunath and Kaustubha in this insightful episode as they explore the profound teachings of Bhakti Yoga through the lens of the Bhagavad Gita and Srimad Bhagavatam. 

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Join Raghunath and Kaustubha as they explore the profound teachings of Bhakti Yoga through the lens of time, spirituality, and self-awareness. Discover how observing the eternal time factor as a witn…

'Properly understood and applied, (prayer) is the most potent instrument of action.' - Mahatma Gandhi / Prayer is a yogic means to cultivate inner strength, clarity, and resolve /  Similarities in Dh…

The holidays can be a time of joy, togetherness, and reflection—but for Bhakti-yogis, returning home to family can also present unique challenges. In this special episode of Wisdom of the Sages, we’r…

Our minds become one by reciting the sacred texts together / wrapping yourself in the holy name / surrendering to Vishnu in times of hardship / Krishna’s Star Wars level play for restoring cosmic ord…

Kaustubha Das speaks with  Vaisesika Das and Malini Devi Dasi on this special Gita Jayanti episode of Wisdom of the Sages as they dive deep into the timeless teachings of the Bhagavad-gita and discus…

If you are going to get the mind under control you will need a strategy / Joseph Campbell on entering the myth through ritual / how Krishna’s lilas make ritual dynamic / in Bhakti the means and the e…

Morihei Ueshiba on loyalty, devotion, bravery, the spirit of self-sacrifice and trust in the power of love / find what you have full conviction in and express it boldly / Let Krishna, in your heart, …

Raghunath interviews Yadubara das about meeting the devotees and Srila Prabhupada in 1970, travelling to India and photography and filmmaking. Yadubara's most recent film is Hare Krishna! The Mantra,…