Best Sacred Community Project Podcasts (2025)

This week we sit down with Rachel Fitzpatrick, a yoga teacher, creator, and host of The FitZen Project Podcast. Rachel shares her life-changing experience of taking her grandmother’s hand and walking her home during a shamanic journey. She offers listeners an intimate look at how this spiritual practice can open space for love, presence, and releas…

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S2 Ep 19: Clarity Beats Vision: The Secret to Leading Men Well (W/ Bob Balian) 32:22

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A Conversation About Solidarity Stances 42:58

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In this special live episode, co-hosts Adaku Utah and Deepa Iyer explore how movements can use Solidarity Stances to build deeper, more aligned forms of solidarity — even under authoritarian conditions.By Deepa Iyer

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Episode 19 - Senior Living Made S.I.M.P.L.E.™: Shari Ross on Caregiving, Community, and Courage 51:34

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Navigating senior living decisions can feel overwhelming—whether you’re noticing red flags with loved ones' health, living situation, or wellbeing, avoiding challenging family conversations, or feeling guilt around choosing the best affordable caregiving option. In this episode, we sit down with senior living consultant, author, and advocate Shari …

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40-minute Mantra Meditation: Sitaram Dass at Salt Spring Island 45:16

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After giving a talk on Loving Imperfections, Sitaram Dass leads a 40-minute Loving Awareness mantra meditation. This meditation was recorded on day 3 of the 2024 Sacred Community Retreat on Salt Spring Island. Sitaram Dass (K. Sandin, LCSW) (he/him) spent several years serving his beloved teacher Ram Dass on Maui, where he was shown the path of Bha…

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Sitaram Dass: Loving Imperfection (2024 SCP Retreat) 25:07

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Sitaram Dass discusses how to love imperfections without having to "jump through cognitive hoops" to do so. This talk was recorded on day 3 of the 2024 Sacred Community Retreat on Salt Spring Island, and it preceded a 40-minute Loving-Awareness mantra meditation. Sitaram Dass (K. Sandin, LCSW) (he/him) spent several years serving his beloved teache…

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Episode 18: What Happens After? Author Diane Namm on Love, Loss, and Healing on Your Own Time 42:49

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This week we sit down with Diane Namm—author of 65 books to discuss the release of her new book:What Happens After? Together we explore love, loss, and how healing from grief takes as long as it takes. Diane shares her extraordinary writing journey and the inspiration behind this heartfelt story that honors grief as a process without a timeline. To…

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S2 Ep 18: How Do I Pray? (w/ Guest Phillip Rozul) 42:40

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By Caleb Cole

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Sitaram Dass: Talking About Love (2024 SCP Retreat) 16:39

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In this talk from the 2024 Sacred Community Retreat, Sitaram Dass talks about Love, lessons learned from ram Dass, and mantra meditation as a form of "applied Bhav." Sitaram Dass (K. Sandin, LCSW) (he/him) spent several years serving his beloved teacher Ram Dass on Maui, where he was shown the path of Bhakti, the yoga of service and devotion to God…

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Going the Extra Mile for Homeless Youth and Young Adults (ft. Quana Smith & Danielle Stephen, Coalition for the Homeless) 46:25

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Neither foster care nor homelessness are isolated issues. They both intersect with numerous social issues—including each other. For example, homelessness is a contributing factor to why many children end up in the child welfare system, and it’s also a risk factor that can impact youth who are already involved in or aging out of foster care. Of the …

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Episode 17 - Building a Roadmap of Hope for Pancreatic Cancer with Dino Verrelli of Project Purple 55:47

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This week we sit down with Dino Verrelli, Founder and CEO of Project Purple, a leading nonprofit dedicated to fighting pancreatic cancer. Inspired by his father’s pancreatic cancer journey, Dino turned grief into purpose by creating a community that funds groundbreaking research, provides direct patient support, and builds hope for families navigat…

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S2 Ep 17: Avoiding the Pitfalls of Teamwork - Men of Faith & Project Sisterhood Crossover 44:49

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Solidarity Across Division 35:45

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Co-host Adaku Utah talks with Rima Meroueh of the National Network for Arab American Communities about resisting surveillance, healing divisions, and building power through solidarity and connection across differences.By Deepa Iyer

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Episode 16 - How to Survive Caregiving: 5 Practical Tips to Ease Stress and Overwhelm 27:09

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Caregiving can feel like too much to carry — the constant demands, the emotional weight, and the exhaustion that lingers even when you’re doing your best. In this solo episode, host Lisa Hartung shares five practical caregiving tips to help reduce stress, ease overwhelm, and find moments of peace amidst a challenging time. From taking just one minu…

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Spiritual Revolution of Coffee with Imran Ali Malik 1:12:28

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A kick it session with the successful musician and podcaster who launched a spiritual revolution in Seekers Coffee. Order "Satisfied Soul" on beautiful vinyl and cassette now at https://www.BrotherAli.com This episode is sponsored by Zakat Foundation and BetterHelp. To get 10% off your first month of therapy, visit https://www.betterhelp.com/travel…

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Episode 15 - The Power of Presence: A Mother’s Story of Child Loss, Leukemia, and Finding Joy 1:01:42

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When Suzanne Andora Barron’s son Christopher was first diagnosed with leukemia at age three, she could never have imagined the rollercoaster that lay ahead. Over the next six years, Christopher faced leukemia three times, passing away at age 9. Through it all, Suzanne made a powerful choice: to be fully present with Christopher and his younger brot…

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Solidarity: Racial Justice during Black August and Beyond 38:08

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BMP’s Exec. Director, Janis Rosheuvel, talks with Charles Long, the Deputy Director of Fund Strategy at the Movement for Black Lives, on the importance of trusting Black leadership, the role of philanthropy, and the necessity of community and restBy Deepa Iyer

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Passion Project 1:41:07

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Brother Ali chops it up about the passion project most don't know exists. Order "Satisfied Soul" on beautiful vinyl and cassette now at https://www.BrotherAli.com This episode is sponsored by Zakat Foundation and BetterHelp. To get 10% off your first month of therapy, visit https://www.betterhelp.com/travelers Hear episodes early and ad-free, plus …

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Episode 14 - Living with Lupus and APS After Stillbirth: A Story of Healing Through Abstract Art 1:21:21

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Sheri Biritz and her husband were overjoyed to be expecting a baby boy. Over the holidays, they celebrated with family, imagining the joy of meeting their son, Calvin. But during a routine prenatal visit, Sheri was rushed to the hospital with preeclampsia. Doctors explained they would need to induce labor, but Calvin was too small to survive. Sheri…

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Hardest Period of My Life? -We're Back! 1:39:16

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Brother Ali returns to the pod, explaining the hiatus. Order "Satisfied Soul" on beautiful vinyl and cassette now at https://www.BrotherAli.com This episode is sponsored by Zakat Foundation and BetterHelp. To get 10% off your first month of therapy, visit https://www.betterhelp.com/travelers Hear episodes early and ad-free, plus get access to exclu…

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Resourcing Families with Hope (feat. Lisa Johnson, Entrusted Houston) 39:35

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It’s estimated that around 70% of all instances of kinship care are informal. This is significant because family members in these cases are caring for a child without official documentation. Caregivers providing informal kinship care do not receive assistance from the state, nor do they have official custody of the child. And in many cases, they ca…

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Episode 13 - A Pancreatic Cancer Survivor’s Story: From Clinical Trials to the NYC Marathon 48:07

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When Dan McNamee was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer at 40, he didn't know how much time he had left. Five years later, he’s in remission—grateful, scarred, and transformed. In this powerful episode, Dan shares his journey through chemotherapy, clinical trials, and the emotional terrain of facing mortality at such a young age while raising two you…

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Episode 12 - Sibling Loss at 11: A Sister’s Story of Silent Mourning and What Could Have Been 45:52

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When Jessica Kueck was just 11 years old, her 3-year-old brother Aaron drowned—an unspeakable tragedy that cracked her world open and quietly redefined her family. Jessica shares what it was like to be the “forgotten mourner,” the older sibling who held space for everyone else while her own grief went largely unseen. Now a devoted mother, spiritual…

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Infinitely Loved Just as You Are: Swapnil Abrol (2024 SCP Retreat) 20:08

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Swapnil Abrol discusses the nature of bhakti as unconditional love and asks the question, "What would you do if you really knew that you were infinitely loved just as you are?" Recorded from the 2024 Sacred Community Retreat in British Columbia. Learn more about the 2025 retreat this upcoming August 14-17 2025. Swapnil Abrol (he/him) is an SCP boar…

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S2 Ep 16: Got Daddy Issues? (w/ Guest Dave Novak) 56:59

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No More Dad Issues: https://amzn.to/4o28Axq Fearless Men: https://amzn.to/4o28AxqBy Caleb Cole

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Solidarity Through Sacred Work: Organizing from Hope and Healing in Divided Times 46:17

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Adaku Utah talks with Alia Bilal about how the Inner-City Muslim Action Network (IMAN) has spent the last 30 years building a vibrant ecosystem weaving together healthcare, housing, arts, and organizing to nurture transformation in Chicago’s inner city.By Deepa Iyer

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Episode 11 - From Ashes to Art: A 30-Day Grief Healing Program with The Ash Rose Foundation 1:15:43

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This week we sit down with Ian McCartor—visual artist, hospice nurse, Certified Grief Counselor, and President & Executive Director of The Ash Rose Foundation. With over a decade of end-of-life care experience, Ian brings a rare combination of clinical compassion and creative vision to his work with grieving individuals and families. At the center …

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Swapnil Abrol: Aarti, Bhakti, and Love (2024 SCP Retreat) 12:40

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Swapnil Abrol discusses unconditional love, and why we perform the bhakti ritual of aarti. Recorded from the 2024 Sacred Community Retreat in British Columbia. Learn more about this year’s retreat this upcoming August 14-17 2025. Swapnil Abrol (he/him) is an SCP board member and retreat facilitator. He discovered the Bhakti tradition through a form…

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Episode 10 - It Is Never Too Late: Healing Childhood Trauma at 76 44:37

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This week we sit down with Kathy Morrison of Campbell River, British Columbia to discuss how the profound loss of her father at the age of four shaped her life in ways she only came to understand decades later. Raised in a family where emotions weren’t openly expressed, Kathy grew up carrying silent fears, unspoken questions, and a deep longing to …

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Ram Dass Stories: What did you have to let go of? (Sitaram Dass and Pavan Das) 26:41

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Sitaram Dass and Pavan Das tell stories about their time with Ram Dass and answer the question, "What did you have to let go of to be with him?" Recorded from the 2024 Sacred Community Retreat. Sitaram Dass and Pavan Das were both caregivers for Ram Dass, and now they continue their spiritual path through service to others. They are both founding b…

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S2 Ep 15: Is it the Devil, or Acid Reflux? (w/ Guest Thomas Johnson) 30:53

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Supporting Children & Families Beyond Permanency (ft. DeJuana Jernigan, Arms Wide Adoption Services) 35:37

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“Their healing begins with your hope.” Our guest ended our time together on this phrase, but we wanted to start with it. This is at the heart of what individuals, churches, nonprofits, and agency workers do all across Houston, and hopefully, it’s why you are here, now, listening to this conversation. Foster care is not an isolated issue. There are …

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Episode 9 - Navigating Serious Illness: A Psychosocial Oncology Counselor’s Companion Guide 1:14:47

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This week we sit down with the incredible Kerry Irish, LCSW, OSW-C, FAOSW—a psychosocial oncology counselor, interfaith minister, and co-founder of the Dempsey Center and dive into the world of oncology counseling. With nearly three decades of experience in oncology and hospice settings, Kerry shares what it means to walk beside someone through ser…

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EP33: Leading from the Soul: Business, Fatherhood, and the Sacred Path feat. Gareth Were 37:39

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You’re building, pushing, achieving but at what cost? In this raw conversation, Nick and Gareth dive into what happens when the grind breaks you open, how heartbreak and burnout can become doorways to deeper purpose, and why true leadership starts at home. Gareth shares his journey from heartbreak to building a thriving business while doing the inn…

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EP32: Rooted in the Real, Open to the Stars: Building a New World from the Ground Up (Feat. Bryan) 1:51:29

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You’re running fast, building, grinding, making things happen. But somewhere deep in your bones, you know there’s more than just the material world. This episode is a journey into that space between the dirt under your fingernails and the cosmos above your head. Ryan isn’t your average guest. He runs a thriving family business, oversees organic vin…

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Episode 8 - Life Story: Creating a Legacy Love Letter 48:33

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Join us this week as we remember when my sister, Jennifer Collinson, my dad, Dallas Hartung, and I sat down to interview my mom, Emily Doak Hartung in an intimate garden-side legacy conversation as she was nearing the end of her life. She told us stories about her childhood, shared her greatest joys, highlighted the lessons she wanted to pass on, a…

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S2 Ep 14: This May Offend You (But It's Biblical Truth) 34:20

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Episode 7 - Whole Body Healing: Grief, Cancer, and the Journey to Wellness 43:26

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In this heartfelt episode of Giving Grief Grace, wellness coach and yoga teacher Maria McKeon shares her powerful journey of transformation through grief, healing, and service. Maria opens up about the experiences that shaped her path—from founding a healing sanctuary for women with cancer to embracing holistic wellness as a way of life. Rooted in …

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S2 Ep 13: Let's Get Political Pt. 2 - Men of Faith & Project Sisterhood Crossover 53:56

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Integration and Grief: Sacred Community Retreat 2024 (Q&A #3) 29:26

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In this third Q&A from the 2024 Sacred Community Retreat, Sitaram Dass leads a discussion on transitioning from a spiritual retreat into our everyday lives and ends by answering an audience question on the nature of grief. He is also joined in the conversation by Pavan Das, Swapnil Abrol, and zander cole. Learn more about this year’s Sacred Communi…

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Episode 6 - Raw and Radiant: Getting Sober and Finding Purpose After Losing a Father 47:36

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In this deeply moving episode, artist, writer, and storyteller Jessie Hansen shares the story of how losing her father became the catalyst for profound personal transformation. What began as anticipatory grief after her father's cancer diagnosis turned into sudden loss after a fatal car accident. Rather than numbing herself with alcohol, Jessie cho…

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S2 Ep 12: Lets Get Political Pt. 1 - Men of Faith & Project Sisterhood Crossover! 54:14

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EP31: From Numb to Noble: Reclaiming Fire After the Fall feat. Ryan Rockwell 51:33

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Welcome to another episode of The Uncommon Man Project — the space where men stop performing and start remembering who they really are. This isn’t about hacks or hustle. It’s about grit, integrity, and the long road back to wholeness when everything collapses. Because for the high-achieving man, it’s not success that breaks you — it’s the disconnec…

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Everyday is Sacred: Sacred Community Retreat 2024 (Q&A #2) 52:07

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In this second Q&A from the 2024 Sacred Community Retreat, the facilitation team continues in the topic of practice and grace, discussing how to "bring the sacred into everyday," Guru Kripa, the steps of aarti, and the role and pitfalls of psychedelics. Lakshmi and Connor share some Ram Dass stories, and Swapnil tells his story of his training in t…

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Episode 5 - From Presence to Peace: Mindfulness Meditation, Reiki, and Spiritual Healing Practices 39:47

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Through breathwork, Reiki, and guided meditation, interfaith Spiritual Director Cathie Wallace shares practical tools to help both caregivers and those facing the end of life cultivate inner peace. In this heart-centered conversation, we explore Cathie’s own journey of spiritual awakening and discuss the transformative power of presence, energy hea…