Best David Ramella Podcasts (2025)

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1606: Your Ears Deserve Better Content: Yoga’s Download for Mental Clarity 52:50

6h ago52:50

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Hearing the right kind of content - it doesn’t just inform you—it reforms you. It clears the mind, purifies the intelligence and equips you to easily withstand all sorts of changes, difficulties and discrepancies. Drawing from yogic wisdom and Bhaktivedanta Swami’s piercing commentary, this episode explores how real transformation begins with sound…

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1605: Beyond Myth: Krishna's Pastimes, Life's Ultimate Meditation 58:52

2h ago58:52

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Before there were influencers, there was the sage Vyāsa—the original content creator. In this episode, Raghunath and Kaustubha stand at the threshold of Vyāsa’s ultimate contribution: the telling of Krishna’s pastimes in the Tenth Canto of the Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam. But before Krishna enters the stage, they explore what makes these narratives far more …

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1604: Shining Light on the Shadows Within: Carl Jung Meets the Wisdom of Bhakti 52:59

3h ago52:59

52:59

Misunderstood warriors, falsely accused maidens, hardhearted mystic yogis, remorseful sages, sex-addicted kings— The stories of the Ninth Canto of the Bhāgavatam reflect not just historical characters, but the shadows we all carry within. At the cusp of entering the climactic Tenth Canto, Raghunath and Kaustubha review the string of stories leading…

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1603: Darkness, Evil & Satan: A Bhakti Yoga Perspective / Q & A Volume 275 57:39

1d ago57:39

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What is Evil? Different tradition have different ideas. In this compelling Q & A episode of Wisdom of the Sages, Raghunath and Kaustubha explore how the Bhakti tradition understands darkness, Satan, and the concept of evil. Is it a cosmic force? A personal being? Or simply the absence of divine light? Other questions include how to navigate workpla…

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1602: Feed the Dogs, Love the World: Bhakti Yoga’s Expanding Circle of Compassion 55:54

3d ago55:54

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Indian hospitality, the soft heart of a mother, and the Dog-Man of Tompkins Square Park all intersect in this powerful exploration of yoga. Drawing from the Maha Upanishad and the insight of Albert Schweitzer, Raghunath and Kaustubha unpack a central bhakti truth: that genuine love of God expresses itself as compassion for all living beings—not jus…

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1601: Where Your Mind Goes, You Go: Bhakti Yoga, Thought Power & the Inner Algorithm 58:15

4d ago58:15

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Your mind is like an algorithm. Click on lust, fear, or resentment—and guess what shows up on your mental feed? In this episode, Raghunath and Kaustubha explore Yoga is a way to reset the algorithm, and explore the mind as both a garden and a walled city with guarded gates. Drawing from James Allen’s classic As a Man Thinketh and the final verses o…

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1600: The Anatomy of Spiritual Awakening: Letting Go Before We Lose It 56:29

5d ago56:29

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From Vedic kings to aging rock stars, this episode maps the journey from pleasure to emptiness to liberation. Raghunath and Kaustubha unpack why letting go of material desire—before the body gives out—is the key to spiritual freedom. Featuring: •⁠ ⁠King Yayāti, Lord Brahmā, Stephen Hawking, Billy Idol & David Lee Roth • Addiction psychology meets V…

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1599: Exiting the Path of Emptiness: A Bhakti Yoga Take on Desire & Liberation 55:29

7d ago55:29

55:29

Ancient yoga texts call it sama-darshana—equal vision. It’s the ability to see the soul in every being, regardless of their body, background, or even behavior. And according to the sages, it’s not just a lofty idea—it’s the very foundation of a life well-lived. Here’s the twist: it’s not just the moral thing to do—it’s the key to happiness, peace o…

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1598: Seeing the Unseen: Yoga's Call to Look Deeper 57:03

9d ago57:03

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Politics shift, bodies age, relationships break—we see the surface, the temporary illusion. Yogis look deeper to see the eternal reality behind it all. In this episode, Raghunath and Kaustubha explore how sacred texts—the Bhagavad Gītā, Śrīmad Bhāgavatam, the Rig Veda, and the New Testament—urge us to fix our vision on the eternal. From pearls rest…

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1597: Loss. Confusion. Melancholy. Then Freedom. | Q&A Volume 274 59:38

11d ago59:38

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With humor, vulnerability, and sharp philosophical insight, Raghunath and Kaustubha unpack the gritty reality of spiritual growth: that it sometimes begins with a period of loss, confusion, or even melancholy—but on the other side is joy, clarity, and freedom. This Q & A episode tackles big, relatable questions from listeners on the spiritual path:…

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1596: Desire, Folly, Regret & Ultimately....Transformation 53:15

10d ago53:15

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Raghunath and Kaustubha dive into the comical yet piercingly honest downfall of King Yayāti and explore how the ancient Vedic culture didn’t just shame desire—it organized it, regulated it, and ultimately helped one transcended it. Drawing from the Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam, we uncover how real evolution begins not by denying our lower nature, but by accep…

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1595: Puranic Mean Girls & Pascal's Take on Our Inner Emptiness 1:00:58

14d ago1:00:58

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Gatorade-stained beard? Check. All-night emergency room visit? Check. Spiritual wake-up call in aisle 12? Double check. But behind Raghunath’s dizzy spell and collapse on the floor of Home Depot lies a far more universal theme: our desperate urge to avoid silence, stillness, and the terrifying weight of our own inner emptiness. Drawing from Blaise …

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1594: Reflections, Shadows & Illusions of Love 1:00:36

13d ago1:00:36

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When something looks so promising—so beautiful, so exciting—you think, this has to be it… but in the end, it leaves you empty. That’s what it means to live in the shadows - the imitations we chase: reflections that mimic the real thing, but have no substance. In this episode, Raghunath and Kaustubha conclude the wild and painfully relatable story o…

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1593: Desire & Despair: A Vedic Case Study in Heartbreak 59:13

16d ago59:13

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When the object of our desire becomes the center of our universe, and our dignity becomes the cost of the chase. In this brutally honest and strangely hilarious episode, Raghunath and Kaustubha dissect the story of King Pururava and Urvashi—a psychological case study from the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam that shows what happens when infatuation clouds the int…

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1592: Something Has to Die Inside: Threshold Sorrow in Bhakti Yoga 59:22

18d ago59:22

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Not all sorrow is a step backwards—sometimes, it’s the signal that real growth has begun. In this powerful Q & A episode of Wisdom of the Sages, Raghunath and Kaustubha dive deep into what one listener calls “the sorrow of losing joy in the material world.” What unfolds is a raw, insightful conversation on threshold sorrow—the strange pain of shedd…

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1591: What's Good? What's Bad? (And How Our Minds are Lying to Us) 55:27

19d ago55:27

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Prince Hamlet collides with Śrīmad Bhāgavatam in this mind-bending episode on the illusion of “good and bad.” Raghunath and Kaustubha explore Bhakti Yoga, mental programming, and the transformative power of staying steady amid life’s chaos. They unpack a verse that flips the spiritual script: liberation doesn’t require a cave—it requires clarity. W…

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1590: Dark Corners of Our Cities, Dark Corners of Our Minds 53:50

20d ago53:50

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This episode blends sacred aesthetics, urban design, dharmic leadership, and bhakti wisdom into one compelling conversation. A perfect listen for seekers, city dwellers, and anyone wondering why the world feels off—and how to realign it. Raghunath and Kaustubha explore a luminous vision of divine-centered living from the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam—where ele…

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1589: No Hostility in the Heart of a Yogi: It’s a Deal Breaker 57:22

20d ago57:22

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Resentment isn’t just a feeling—it’s a spiritual disease? In this power-packed episode, Raghunath and Kaustubha discuss one of Bhakti-yoga’s most liberating teachings: the more we hear about the life and character of Lord Rāma, the more the disease of envy is cleansed from our hearts. This is a real look at the subtle ways hostility creeps into eve…

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1588: Divine Play: The Cosmic Purpose We’re Meant to Remember 59:51

22d ago59:51

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In our existence in this world, we carry the burdens of duty, judgment, and anger—and then we project them onto God. But reality? He’s just playing His flute, dancing, and inviting us back into a life of divine play (lila). In today’s Wisdom of the Sages, Raghunath and Kaustubha reveal a revolutionary truth rooted in the Upanishads, the Vedānta Sūt…

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1587: You Don’t Complete Me: Bhakti Insight on Love & Break-up 52:29

22d ago52:29

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It’s said that in the absolute reality, there are varieties of feeling—but all of them are of the same quality of transcendental bliss. How can what looks like heartbreak actually be an entry to the deepest spiritual joy? In today’s episode, Raghunath and Kaustubha examine the profound teachings behind Lord Ram’s separation from Sita, explore why m…

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1586: Finding God in the Morning and Getting Schooled by Your Kids: Interview with Julie Piatt 55:56

23d ago55:56

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Why do some of life’s deepest lessons come at 4 a.m.—and others from your own children? Dive into a rich, soulful conversation where Raghunath sits down with Julie Piatt: entrepreneur, artist, and yes, a self-declared “unparentable” rebel yogi. From raising kids as gurus instead of projects, to healing herself with what can only be described as mag…

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1585: Spiritual Insight vs Political Bias | Q&A Volume 272 55:00

26d ago55:00

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Are we interpreting politics through the lens of spiritual teachings - or are we interpreting spiritual teachings through the lens of our politics? How to respond when personal political opinions get imposed upon the spiritual discussions the we go to for enlightenment? In this dynamic Q&A episode of Wisdom of the Sages, Raghunath and Kaustubha res…

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1584: Does the Hunger for Power Disqualify One From Holding It? 55:53

26d ago55:53

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What does it means to lead without ego, serve without exploitation, and rule with spiritual detachment? In this episode of Wisdom of the Sages, Raghunath and Kaustubha dive into the extraordinary standard set by Lord Ramachandra, whose rule began not with conquest but with renunciation. The conversation also takes a deeper look at the controversial…

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1583: Can You Really Clean a River with a Polluted Mind? 49:57

28d ago49:57

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Think a better system will fix everything? In this episode, Raghunath and Kaustubha encourage us to think again by exploring the idea that until we transform the mind and purify the heart, no political structure will truly work. We chase reforms, write new laws, and elect new leaders, but if we’re not addressing the root within, the same problems r…

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1582: Terminal Diagnosis, Timeless Devotion: A Yogi’s Final Chapter 57:38

29d ago57:38

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How do decades of spiritual practice shape your heart when death comes knocking? In this powerful episode, we hear from our longtime friend Yasso who, after forty years of devotion, is now facing terminal illness with stunning clarity and peace. What makes this conversation especially moving is how Yasso’s fearless, attitude of gratitude so closely…

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1606: Your Ears Deserve Better Content: Yoga’s Download for Mental Clarity 52:50

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1605: Beyond Myth: Krishna's Pastimes, Life's Ultimate Meditation 58:52

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1604: Shining Light on the Shadows Within: Carl Jung Meets the Wisdom of Bhakti 52:59

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1603: Darkness, Evil & Satan: A Bhakti Yoga Perspective / Q & A Volume 275 57:39

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1602: Feed the Dogs, Love the World: Bhakti Yoga’s Expanding Circle of Compassion 55:54

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1601: Where Your Mind Goes, You Go: Bhakti Yoga, Thought Power & the Inner Algorithm 58:15

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1600: The Anatomy of Spiritual Awakening: Letting Go Before We Lose It 56:29

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1599: Exiting the Path of Emptiness: A Bhakti Yoga Take on Desire & Liberation 55:29

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1598: Seeing the Unseen: Yoga's Call to Look Deeper 57:03

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1597: Loss. Confusion. Melancholy. Then Freedom. | Q&A Volume 274 59:38

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1596: Desire, Folly, Regret & Ultimately....Transformation 53:15

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1595: Puranic Mean Girls & Pascal's Take on Our Inner Emptiness 1:00:58

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1594: Reflections, Shadows & Illusions of Love 1:00:36

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1593: Desire & Despair: A Vedic Case Study in Heartbreak 59:13

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1592: Something Has to Die Inside: Threshold Sorrow in Bhakti Yoga 59:22

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1591: What's Good? What's Bad? (And How Our Minds are Lying to Us) 55:27

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1590: Dark Corners of Our Cities, Dark Corners of Our Minds 53:50

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1589: No Hostility in the Heart of a Yogi: It’s a Deal Breaker 57:22

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1588: Divine Play: The Cosmic Purpose We’re Meant to Remember 59:51

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1587: You Don’t Complete Me: Bhakti Insight on Love & Break-up 52:29

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1586: Finding God in the Morning and Getting Schooled by Your Kids: Interview with Julie Piatt 55:56

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1585: Spiritual Insight vs Political Bias | Q&A Volume 272 55:00

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1584: Does the Hunger for Power Disqualify One From Holding It? 55:53

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1583: Can You Really Clean a River with a Polluted Mind? 49:57

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1582: Terminal Diagnosis, Timeless Devotion: A Yogi’s Final Chapter 57:38