Best Sarah Pavan Podcasts (2025)

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Men's 2025 VNL Preview and Roster Breakdown 57:36

1d ago57:36

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In this episode of Volley Talk, we take a look ahead at what to expect from the Men's VNL competition, starting June 10. The American men are only returning 3 players from the bronze-medal winning Paris Olympic roster, so we check out the new talent that was called up and discuss what we can expect from this team. We also take a look at the rosters…

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Practice and Grace: Sacred Community Retreat 2024 (Q&A #1) 33:36

1h ago33:36

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The Sacred Community Retreat facilitation team discusses the role of practice and grace on the spiritual path. Recorded from the second day of the 2024 Sacred Community Retreat, this episode features Lakshmi Abrol, Swapnil Abrol, Connor Burns, zander cole, Pavan Das, Sitaram Dass, Beverly Hsu, and a special guest appearance by Vasu Jon Seskevich. L…

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Women's 2025 VNL Preview and Roster Breakdown 1:13:05

8d ago1:13:05

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In this episode of Volley Talk, we take a look ahead at what to expect from the Women's VNL competition, starting June 3. The USA roster had a lot of people talking, and we take a look at the selections that were made, who was potentially snubbed, and how we think things will go for this new squad this season compared to the rosters submitted by ot…

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30-minute Loving-Awareness Meditation: Sitaram Dass at Just Love Forest (P3) 28:56

12d ago28:56

28:56

This three part series is taken from a lecture and guided meditation that Sitaram Dass gave at the Sacred Community Retreat at Just Love Forest in Poetry, Georgia. In Part 3, he applies the principles from his lecture on mantra and releasing struggle into a guided Loving-Awareness meditation. Learn more about this year’s Sacred Community Retreat in…

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The Holy Names of God: Sitaram Dass at Just Love Forest (P2) 10:40

13d ago10:40

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This three part series is taken from a lecture and guided meditation that Sitaram Dass gave at the Sacred Community Retreat at Just Love Forest in Poetry, Georgia. In Part 2, he gives a lecture on the Holy Names as a doorway to relating to life with a loving stance. Learn more about this year’s Sacred Community Retreat in British Columbia. The Sacr…

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Softness, Ease, and Releasing Struggle: Sitaram Dass at Just Love Forest (P1) 11:15

12d ago11:15

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This three part series is taken from a lecture and guided meditation that Sitaram Dass gave at the Sacred Community Retreat at Just Love Forest in Poetry, Georgia. In Part 1, he opens with a short meditation and lecture on cultivating a mind of ease that can release inner struggle. Learn more about this year’s Sacred Community Retreat in British Co…

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Long Beach State Dominates UCLA to Win 4th NCAA Men's Volleyball Championship 41:12

19d ago41:12

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In this episode of Volley Talk, we are jumping in a little earlier than usual to cover the NCAA men's volleyball championship. Long Beach State dominated all weekend long, earning the program's 4th national title in a definitive 3-0 victory over UCLA in the final. If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to explore, drop us a line o…

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PVF Championship and Season Recap 1:04:49

22d ago1:04:49

1:04:49

In this episode of Volley Talk, we go over the PVF Championship that happened this past weekend in Las Vegas. Omaha, Indy, Atlanta, and Orlando went head to head to claim the highly coveted $1 million prize, and we break down the semifinals and final. With the 2nd PVF season coming to an end, Sarah and Adam run through a bit of an analysis of the l…

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Anna Le: Skills for Loving and Tending to Suffering 48:22

27d ago48:22

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This is a recorded lecture from the 2024 Loving Rock Karma Yoga Training Program. In this lecture, Anna Le (she/they) shares the "microskills" needed to love and tend to suffering. She discusses how to be a steady and loving companion for others on their spiritual and life journeys, and she teaches practical skills such as attending, attunement, an…

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NCAA Men's Championship & PVF Championship Previews 1:07:06

1M ago1:07:06

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In this episode of Volley Talk, we look ahead to both the NCAA Men's Volleyball Championship and the PVF Championship, which are happening this weekend. The field is set for both events, and we throw out our predictions on how the weekend will go down. Pro leagues are wrapping up overseas, the CEV Women's Champions League Final Four was played in I…

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Hawai'i Takes Down Long Beach State for Big West Title, Conegliano Wins 7 in a Row in Italy 1:20:01

1M ago1:20:01

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In this episode of Volley Talk, we discuss the NCAA men's conference tournaments that happened this past weekend with a particular focus on the incredible match between Hawai'i and Long Beach State for the Big West title. The stage is set for the NCAA tournament, but the lingering question is, who will get the 2 at-large bids?? The Italian A1 Women…

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LOVB Finals and an Analysis of the Inaugural Season 1:19:44

2M ago1:19:44

1:19:44

In this episode of Volley Talk, we discuss all things LOVB. The inaugural season wrapped up this past weekend with the LOVB Finals in Louisville. There were some very exciting matches played, and "upset" seemed to be the word of the weekend. With the season now behind us, Sarah and Adam talk about different aspects of the league. What went well? Wh…

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Wild Week in NCAA Men's Volleyball, PVF Omaha Supernovas Make a Statement Against Orlando 1:20:12

2M ago1:20:12

1:20:12

In this episode of Volley Talk, we discuss the PVF playoff battle happening as the regular season winds down, in particular the matchup between the Omaha Supernovas and the Orlando Valkyries. Also, in a wild week of NCAA men's volleyball, USC and Pepperdine put on a good show, and we break down the first of two matches they played. The LOVB regular…

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#5 UC Irvine Sweeps #1 Long Beach State, LOVB Atlanta Feeling Good Heading into Playoffs 1:10:28

2M ago1:10:28

1:10:28

In this episode of Volley Talk, we discuss the match between LOVB's top 2 teams, Atlanta and Houston. Houston has had Atlanta's number all season, but Atlanta picked a good time to turn the table and fight back. Also, #1 Long Beach State suffered their first loss of the season at the hands of Big West rival UC Irvine, which makes the remainder of c…

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LOVB Madison Battles into 3rd Place, PVF Indy Ignite Blanks Supernovas in Omaha 1:10:39

2M ago1:10:39

1:10:39

In this episode of Volley Talk, take a look at the very interesting 5-set match between then-third-place teams LOVB Madison and LOVB Salt Lake. We also dive into the PVF match between number 1 Omaha Supernovas and the Indy Ignite, who recently lost top scorer Leketor Member-Meneh to a season-ending injury. The race is on in LOVB, PVF, and for the N…

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Vakifbank Takes Down Fenerbahçe in a Golden Set, Olympiacos Stuns Jastrzebski in 5 1:14:39

3M ago1:14:39

1:14:39

In this episode of Volley Talk, we focus on Champions League. The men's quarterfinals got underway, and the women's semifinals are now set. 3 Italian teams and 1 Turkish team will battle it out in Istanbul for the 2025 title. Madison is clawing their way up the LOVB ranks, Omaha and Orlando are flip-flopping for that number 1 PVF spot, and Sarah & …

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PVF's Vegas Thrill Continues to Struggle, Women's Champions League Quarters Start with 4 Sweeps 1:01:24

3M ago1:01:24

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In this episode of Volley Talk, we dive into the women's Champions League Quarterfinal matches, with a closer look at Milano vs Eczacibasi and Łodz vs Scandicci. We may be seeing some Golden Sets this week! Also, Vegas Thrill drops a 4-setter to the Indy Ignite, sparking questions about the trajectory of the team and who should be on the floor. Con…

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LOVB Madison is Back on the Winning Track, #15 Lewis Takes Down #7 Loyola Chicago in 4 1:10:10

3M ago1:10:10

1:10:10

In this episode of Volley Talk, we talk about Madison's back to back wins over the weekend, in particular their 3-0 over a disjointed Austin team. Lewis looked really good in their Midwestern matchup vs Loyola Chicago and executed a really good serve and blocking strategy. Champions League men's quarterfinal matchups are set, we take a look at seve…

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LOVB Houston Handles Omaha 3-0, Columbus Fury is Moving Up the PVF Ranks 1:09:44

3M ago1:09:44

1:09:44

In this episode of Volley Talk, we break down the LOVB Houston match vs LOVB Omaha. Houston was looking a little fatigued, but took care of business 3-0. Also, the Columbus Fury have seemed to hit their stride in the PVF, posting back to back wins and surpassing the San Diego Mojo in the rankings. Adam introduces us to a new game, Champions League …

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#2 UC Irvine Outlasts #5 USC 26-24 in 5th, Conegliano Sweeps Milano in Coppa Italia Final 1:06:14

4M ago1:06:14

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In this episode of Volley Talk, we discuss the absolute slug-fest that was NCAA men's UC Irvine vs USC. There was not an ounce of defense to be seen, but it was impressive nonetheless. We also mix things up a little bit and turn our attention overseas to the classic Conegliano vs Milano match-up in the A1 Women's Coppa Italia final. The PVF All-Sta…

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The Bhagavad Gita: A Meditation on Grief, Love, and Action for Perilous Times 31:03

4M ago31:03

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In this audio recording of an event held shortly after the recent election, Sitaram Dass invokes the central scene of the Bhagavad Gita as a meditation on collective grief to inspire deep feeling, compassion, and right action for this time. He breaks up the discourse with 6-minutes of original music and chanting that features: Jeanette Kangas (tabl…

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#9 Stanford Hands #4 Hawai'i Their First Loss of the Season, Jordan Thompson Comes Up Big for LOVB Houston 1:16:12

4M ago1:16:12

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In this episode of Volley Talk, we talk about the back to back NCAA men's series between #4 Hawai'i and #9 Stanford. Spoiler alert: they split the series, and Hawai'i lost its unbeaten record. We also take a look at the LOVB Texas Showdown between Houston and Austin. Mary Wise announces her retirement from Florida after 34 years at the helm of the …

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Pritchard Makes the Difference in 5-Set Grand Rapids PVF Win, #3 UCLA Gets Revenge on #13 Ohio State 1:16:44

4M ago1:16:44

1:16:44

In this episode of Volley Talk, we break down the Grand Rapids Rise's 5-set victory over the Orlando Valkyries in the PVF. We also dive into the NCAA men's rematch between UCLA and Ohio State that happened in Columbus over the weekend. Ohio State dethroned UCLA from their #1 AVCA ranking a few weeks ago. There is some huge news coming out of Lincol…

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LOVB Omaha Beats Madison with Balance, San Diego Deals Indy Their First Loss of the PVF Season 59:21

4M ago59:21

59:21

In this episode of Volley Talk, we take a close look at the LOVB Omaha vs LOVB Madison match, and discuss what happened in the Indy Ignite's first PVF loss of the season. Sarah & Adam answer some listener questions, play a fun round of Level of Concern, and share what has been happening in NCAA men's volleyball this week! If you have questions for …

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#5 BYU Takes Two 5-Set Wins Over #6 Ball State, Franklin Shines in LOVB Madison Win Over Salt Lake City 1:06:51

5M ago1:06:51

1:06:51

In this episode of Volley Talk, we take a look at some NCAA men's volleyball and LOVB, in particular BYU vs Ball State and LOVB Madison vs Salt Lake City. Sarah Franklin carried a big load for Madison, and a late substitution for BYU was the turning point they were looking for against Ball State. Yet another professional volleyball league is enteri…

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Sarah Anderson and Kenneth Robinson: The Constructed Self 56:23

5M ago56:23

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Sarah Anderson, LCSW, interviews her previous therapist, Kenneth Robinson, MS, MTS, for a conversation about psychological healing. This is a follow up conversation from their previous conversation: A Healing Relationship, and in this conversation they convey a synthesis between the psychological and the spiritual through topics such as ego loss, t…

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Strong LOVB Debuts By Mruzik & Skinner, Omaha Survives a 5-Set PVF Battle at Home vs Atlanta 53:53

5M ago53:53

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In this episode of Volley Talk, we do a side by side comparison of the LOVB and PVF pro volleyball leagues after having watched some matches from each one. We also break down the LOVB Houston vs Austin match and PVF Omaha vs Atlanta. The transfer portal is still popping off, NCAA men's volleyball preseason is in full swing, and we address a couple …

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NCAA Volleyball Transfer Portal Always Brings The Drama, LOVB & PVF Season Previews 55:46

5M ago55:46

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In this episode of Volley Talk, we take a look at the NCAA Volleyball Transfer Portal with a particular focus on "Big News," the biggest poachers, and programs that have lost A LOT of athletes. Also, with 2025 right around the corner, a little LOVB and PVF preview is in order. Sarah and Adam take some time to answer some listener questions, and pla…

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Penn State Defeats Louisville 3-1 to Win 2024 NCAA Women's Volleyball Championship 59:03

5M ago59:03

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In this episode of Volley Talk, we talk about the NCAA Women's Volleyball Final Four. We do deep dives into all of the matches from the weekend, including Pitt vs Louisville, Penn State vs Nebraska, and the big Penn State vs Louisville final! A huge congrats to Penn State on earning their 8th National Championship! If you have questions for us or t…

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NCAA Women's Volleyball Final Four is Set. An ACC or B1G Champion Will Be Crowned 1:07:39

6M ago1:07:39

1:07:39

In this episode of Volley Talk, we talk about the NCAA Volleyball Tournament Regionals and what to expect from the Final Four matchups. Sarah and Adam dig deep into each of the 4 Regional Finals matches and give recaps of each Regional Semifinal match. How is NCAA Women's Volleyball season coming to an end already?! If you have questions for us or …

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NCAA Volleyball Tournament Rounds 1 and 2 Deliver Excitement and Some Surprises 1:05:15

6M ago1:05:15

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In this episode of Volley Talk, we talk about the NCAA Volleyball Tournament Rounds 1 and 2. There were some big upsets and some nail-biting, down-to-the-wire matches, and we go through most of them. Also, Sarah and Adam break down the PVF Draft and answer some listener questions in another round of Volleyball 101. If you have questions for us or t…

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Ram Dass Caregiver Stories with Hari, Pavan Das, and Sitaram Dass 48:53

6M ago48:53

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In this Q&A from the 2024 Sacred Community Retreat at Just Love Forest, retreat facilitators Hari Scott Whitmore, Pavan Das, and Sitaram Dass tell stories about their time caregiving for Ram Dass. Their honest and heartfelt reflections are shared atop of the sound of the Georgia cicadas and peppered bird song. For more retreat content or to learn a…

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#1 Pitt Beats #3 Louisville for ACC Championship, #4 Penn State Forces #2 Nebraska to Share B1G Title 1:10:26

6M ago1:10:26

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In this episode of Volley Talk, we do a deep dive into the battles for the ACC and Big 10 Championships. Pitt claims the ACC crown outright with a 3-1 win over Louisville, while Penn State stuns Nebraska in 4, handing the Huskers their first Big 10 loss of the season and forcing them to give up a share of the Big 10 Conference title. The NCAA Champ…

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#2 Nebraska Completes Season Sweep of #6 Wisconsin, #15 Georgia Tech Struggles to Finish ACC Season Strong 46:03

6M ago46:03

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In this episode of Volley Talk, we get real about Wisconsin's lack of performance against Big 10 rivals Nebraska in the Huskers' straight-forward sweep of the Badgers in Lincoln. This was the first time that Nebraska had a season sweep over Wisconsin in 12 years! Sarah and Adam take a closer look at Georgia Tech after the Yellow Jackets' back to ba…

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Florida Steals #2 SEC Spot From Missouri, AVCA Announces 14 POY Semifinalists 43:40

7M ago43:40

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In this episode of Volley Talk, we take a closer look at the 5-set, high stakes SEC match-up between #21 Florida and #25 Missouri. Sarah and Adam also break down the AVCA's National Player of the Year Semifinalist list, and give a little Volleyball 101 lesson for newer volleyball fans who want to increase their knowledge of the rules and terminolog…

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#7 Wisconsin Destroys #3 Penn State, What is Going on With Minnesota and Kansas? 48:47

7M ago48:47

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In this episode of Volley Talk, we discuss the highly anticipated match between #7 Wisconsin and #3 Penn State. There was a lot of excitement and speculation about how Wisconsin would respond following their 3-0 loss to Nebraska last week. Spoiler alert: it was a blood bath. Sarah and Adam do analyses on both Minnesota and Kansas following both tea…

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Upset Week in the Power 4 Conferences, #2 Nebraska Stuns #7 Wisconsin in 3 46:12

7M ago46:12

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In this episode of Volley Talk, we discuss the numerous upsets that happened throughout the Power 4 conferences last week. Only the Big 12 was spared. Also, the Wisconsin White Out turned into a 3-0 shutout in favor of Nebraska as the Cornhuskers took care of business in a fan favorite Big 10 matchup. Texas is probably hitting the panic button righ…

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Ondrea Levine: Facing Grief with a Merciful Heart 56:52

7M ago56:52

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This interview with Ondrea Levine was recorded on October 30th, 2023. Vasu Jon Seskevich and Sitaram Dass traveled to her remote off-the-grid home in the high desert of New Mexico for an intimate conversation about living with an open heart in the face of death and grief. Stephen and Ondrea Levine were two of the pioneers of the modern conscious de…

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#1 Pitt vs #4 Louisville Did Not Disappoint, Setting Woes for #7 Texas in Loss to Texas A&M 48:28

7M ago48:28

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In this episode of Volley Talk, we discuss the highly anticipated match between ACC and NCAA powerhouses Pitt and Louisville. We also take a look at #7 Texas' upset loss at home to unranked Texas A&M. The NCAA released its Top 16 list, Adam and Sarah play a game of "Fill in the Blank," and just how many players are on this National Player of the Ye…

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#8 Kansas Survives Sunflower Showdown, Penn State's Izzy Starck is the Real Deal 43:56

8M ago43:56

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In this episode of Volley Talk, we discuss two exciting 5-set matches- the Sunflower Showdown between the #8 Kansas Jayhawks and the Kansas State Wildcats, as well as #3 Penn State vs Ohio State. Verify or Veto makes its debut on Volley Talk, and should Minnesota really be ranked #14?? If you have questions for us or topics you would like us to exp…

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#1 Pitt Falls to SMU, Beason Needs to Play 6 Rotations for Nebraska 38:20

8M ago38:20

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Welcome to Volley Talk! We are so excited to share our love of volleyball with you! In this episode, we break down two 5-set thrillers from this past week- #1 Pitt vs #15 SMU and #2 Nebraska vs #10 Purdue. Also, back row attacking is BACK and Sarah has some questions about teams' defensive choices. If you have questions for us or topics you would l…

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Ramananda John Welshons: The Eternal Now 1:04:52

1y ago1:04:52

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Ramananda John Welshons is interviewed by Free Landauer to discuss the path of meditation, grief, releasing guilt, and grace. Ramananda also shares some sweet stories about his lifelong friendship with Ram Dass, and he even shares one about SCP director Sitaram Dass. Ramananda John Welshons is a highly respected contemporary spiritual teacher who l…

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David Nichtern: Suddenly Free from Fixed Mind 42:27

1y ago42:27

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David Nichtern from Dharma Moon sits down with Greg "Aditya Das" Barbush to discuss mindfulness, the path of meditation, the concept of "suddenly free from fixed mind," the guru from the Tibetan Buddhist perspective, and the relationship between Bhakti Yoga and Buddhism. David Nichtern is a senior Buddhist teacher who has been practicing and teachi…

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Connor Burns: Mindfulness Meditation 30:37

1y ago30:37

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Connor Burns leads a short mindfulness meditation at the 2023 Sacred Community Retreat that was held on Salt Spring Island in British Columbia. SCP is hosting two retreats this year- outside of Atlanta from May 24-27 and again on Salt Spring Island in British Columbia from August 22-25th. Registration is now live for both of them. Learn more and re…

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Sitaram Dass: Loving Awareness P2 (partner exercise) 15:46

1y ago15:46

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In this second part of Sitaram Dass's Loving-Awareness Meditation, he leads a partner exercise to carry Loving-Awareness into interpersonal relationship and the verbal mind. This was recorded during SCP's first Sacred Community Retreat in the summer of 2023 on Salt Spring Island in British Columbia. SCP is hosting two retreats this year, and regist…

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Sitaram Dass: Loving Awareness (lecture and mantra meditation) 1:09:48

1y ago1:09:48

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Sitaram Dass gives a lecture and leads a mantra meditation on the essence of Loving-Awareness. This was recorded during SCP's first Sacred Community Retreat in the summer of 2023 on Salt Spring Island in British Columbia. SCP is hosting two retreats this year, and registration is live. Learn more about both the British Columbia and Atlanta, Georgia…

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Swapnil Abrol: The Play of Love 57:50

1y ago57:50

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This audio from Swapnil Abrol was recorded during SCP's first Sacred Community Retreat in the summer of 2023. Swapnil gives a talk on Bhakti Yoga and the the nature of unconditional love, and he follows this with traditional bhajans and English storytelling. SCP is hosting two retreats this year- outside of Atlanta from May 24-27 and again on Salt …

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Pavan Das: Loving-Awareness Meditation (30 minutes) 30:53

1y ago30:53

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This video of Pavan Das was recorded during SCP's first Sacred Community Retreat in the summer of 2023 on Salt Spring Island in British Columbia. In this 30-minute meditation, Pavan Das guides a variation of Anapanasati to awaken the heart of Loving-Awareness. SCP is hosting two retreats this year- outside of Atlanta from May 24-27 and again on Sal…

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Sacred Community Invocation (Sitaram Dass) 18:54

1+ y ago18:54

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This audio from Sitaram Dass was recorded during SCP's first Sacred Community Retreat in the summer of 2023 on Salt Spring Island in British Columbia. In this talk, Sitaram recites a variation of the SCP invocation that opens every single SCP "Satsang Hang," and he discusses its importance and how Sacred Community is "Loving-Awareness practiced tog…

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Sitaram Dass: The Journey to Love (Part 2) 44:51

1+ y ago44:51

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In this second half of the interview, Sitaram Dass is interviewed by his good friend Hari Scott Whitmore for an in-depth discussion on the spiritual path. 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. He is a m…

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