Best Kaustubha Das Podcasts (2025)

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1629: Breaking the Universal Code: What the Yogis Found Within 55:05

1d ago55:05

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Just like a codebreaker working through symbols can gradually uncover a single unifying truth—a key that makes sense of everything—the spiritual journey can unfold in a similar way. Raghunath and Kaustubha explore how a path of trust, focused attention, and turning inward can reveal a deeper coherence beneath life’s confusion. What at first feels c…

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1628: The Mind Is the Altar: Mental Worship, Bhakti Yoga & Inner Transformation 59:44

2d ago59:44

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What matters most in yoga isn’t the ritual—it’s the transformation of the mind and heart. In this episode, Raghunath and Kaustubha explore the practice of manasa pūjā (mental worship) through the story of Vasudeva mentally offering charity while imprisoned. They unpack why internal devotion is not only valid—but often more powerful than external pe…

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1627: George Harrison Knew It: We're All Looking for Krishna 56:31

3d ago56:31

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Pop culture meets divine consciousness in this episode exploring the birth of Krishna—and what it means to be lit up with bhakti. Raghunath and Kaustubha reflect on George Harrison’s powerful spiritual insight: “Everyone is looking for Krishna… some don’t know it, but they are.” With humor, depth, and wisdom, they unpack why Krishna appears not jus…

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1626: Love Isn’t a Feeling—It’s a Full-Time Job 1:01:24

4d ago1:01:24

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Raghunath is joined by longtime friend and spiritual brother Henry Schoellkopf for a lively and deeply honest conversation about devotion as action—not just emotion. Drawing from the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam and decades of lived spiritual experience, they explore what it really means to love—not just God, but people. This episode is part comedy, part conf…

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1625: Wisdom Blockers: Why Some Spiritual Truths Stay Out of Reach 59:35

7d ago59:35

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Some truths hit you like a lightning bolt. Others hover like clouds for years—until something cracks your heart open and lets the rain in. In this episode, Raghunath and Kaustubha explore the invisible barriers that keep spiritual truths from fully landing—the wisdom blockers that arise from fear, ego, or unresolved resistance. They unpack how know…

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1624: Satyam: Recognizing Truth in a World of Spin 55:23

9d ago55:23

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In a world of shifting narratives and temporary identities, even the most intelligent minds can struggle to find what’s truly real. In this episode, Raghunath and Kaustubha turn to the timeless wisdom of the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam to explore Satyam Param—the highest truth beyond all illusion. From the prayers of the demigods to the nature of the soul an…

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1623: Heart-to-Heart Transmission: Spirituality Beyond the Externals 55:52

10d ago55:52

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How does one truly enter a spiritual path—beyond the ritual and formality? It’s not about externals—it’s about what’s alive in the heart. In this eye-opening episode, Raghunath and Kaustubha explore the deeper dimensions of spiritual life, focusing especially on the heart-to-heart transmission of spiritual knowledge, realization, and conviction. Th…

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1622: Beauty, Longing & the Sigh of Spiritual Awakening 57:41

11d ago57:41

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Spiritual awakening may feel more like a sigh than a celebration. In this episode, Raghunath and Kaustubha explore why our most profound encounters with beauty—whether through art, music, or moments of stillness—are often blended with a kind of sweet ache or longing. Could that aching sensation be a clue? A sign that the soul is remembering somethi…

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1621: Before Religion, Beyond Boundaries: Interview with Author Nitesh Gor 54:00

12d ago54:00

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Can ancient Indian wisdom heal the rifts of modern religion? In this mind-expanding and often hilarious episode, Raghunath sits down with author and educator Nitesh Gor (a.k.a. Navin Krishna) to explore his new book Before Religion: Ancient India’s Reconciling Vision for Universal Spirituality. From philosophical elephants and Ratha-yatras down Fif…

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1620: The Sex Episode: Yoga Wisdom Meets Real-Life Hormones | Q & A Vol. 281 1:00:15

13d ago1:00:15

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In this hilarious and revealing Q & A, Raghunath and Kaustubha tackle one of life’s most powerful forces—sexual desire—with honesty, insight, and bhakti-based wisdom. It’s a down-to-earth exploration of how the yogic tradition views it, and lays out a yogic framework for navigating desire without losing your mind (or your integrity). Highlights inc…

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1619: Devotion Follows Destruction-- Evolution and the Death of Our Lower Nature 57:56

14d ago57:56

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With their signature blend of humor and clarity, Raghunath and Kaustubha unpack a timeless spiritual principle: real transformation always involves a kind of death—of ego, comfort, or illusion. Drawing from the allegory of Krishna’s birth following the death of His six brothers, they explore how the destruction of our lower nature clears the way fo…

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1618: Identity Politics, Self-Esteem Battles & the Spiritual Solution 56:50

15d ago56:50

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Modern society is in the midst of an identity crisis. From gender and race to body image and social status, we’re defining, defending, and dividing ourselves by external labels. In this episode, Raghunath and Kaustubha explore how ancient yogic wisdom provides a powerful alternative: knowledge of the self. Through discussion, humor, and insights fr…

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1617: Your Thoughts Are Drafting the Blueprints for Your Next Body 56:32

16d ago56:32

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What if your thoughts today are already shaping your next body? In this episode, Raghunath and Kaustubha explore the deep yogic teaching that the subtle precedes the gross—your desires, thoughts, and habits now are laying the foundation for your future form. Drawing from ancient texts, dream metaphors, and even a few punk-rock detours through Texas…

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1616: You’re Not That Voice in Your Head: Ancient Yogic Wisdom for Self-Realization 54:51

17d ago54:51

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At any moment, we can initiate a higher level of consciousness—simply by observing the mind instead of identifying with it. In this episode, Raghunath and Kaustubha explore the Bhagavatam’s opening to the Tenth Canto, where Vasudeva speaks timeless yogic truth: you are not the body, not the mind—you are something divine. A modern spiritual insight …

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1615: Full-Hearted Bhakti: Vivid, Personal Krishna Devotion | Q & A Vol. 280 1:01:15

19d ago1:01:15

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From epic failures and ego clashes to tender moments of empowerment and encouragement, Raghunath and Kaustubha open up about what they love most about Krishna Bhakti—and how it transforms even the most ordinary day into an offering of beauty, meaning, and joy. In this candid Q & A episode, you’ll hear stories of spiritual growth, forgiveness, and t…

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1614: Is Yoga All About the Journey—or About Hitting the Target? | Q & A Vol. 279 51:35

20d ago51:35

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Modern spirituality often says yoga is all about the journey. But is that what the ancient teachings really meant? In this focused and eye-opening Q & A episode, Kaustubha explores samādhi and the true aim of yoga. Drawing from the Upanishads and Bhakti tradition, he reveals how yoga isn’t aimless—it’s intentional, transformational, and love-driven…

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1613: Myth or Reality: The Misunderstood Tech of the Yogis 54:48

21d ago54:48

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Could ancient yogis have tapped into a science we still don’t understand? Mystical experiences—like hearing divine messages within the heart—may sound like fantasy today, but 300 years ago a FaceTime call would’ve seemed like wizardry. Arthur C. Clarke famously said, “Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic.” In this ep…

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1612: Cosmic Vision, Parental Panic & the Purusha Sukta Mantras 53:13

22d ago53:13

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Raghunath and Kaustubha explore the need to shift perspective shared in Srimad Bhagavatam. Seeking to relieve the suffering of Mother Earth, the gods and goddesses gather for an epic moment of clarity—chanting the Purusha Sukta hymn of the Vedas. What follows is a brilliant meditation on zooming out of our small dramas and plugging into the greater…

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1611: Parenting, Japa Meditation & How to Stay Inspired on the Bhakti Path | Q & A Vol. 278 51:20

25d ago51:20

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From parenting struggles in spiritual life to the elusive experience of deep japa meditation – Vulnerability meets wisdom in this very real Q & A episode recorded live at the Wisdom of the Sages Retreat. Whether you’re trying to inspire your kids, stay inspired yourself, or figure out what absorption in the japa meditation actually feels like, this…

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1610: Struggling with Expectations & Self-Worth: Bhakti Yoga Insights | Q & A Vol. 277 58:22

26d ago58:22

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When your spiritual ideals meet your messy, modern life—what gives? In this live Q & A episode, Raghunath and Kaustubha tackle real-world questions from sincere seekers navigating work, relationships, insecurity, and the struggle for spiritual progress. With wisdom, clarity, and plenty of humor, they explore how Bhakti yoga applies when the employe…

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1609: Surrender, Purpose, Love: Bhakti Answers the Big Questions | Q & A Vol. 276 1:00:26

27d ago1:00:26

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Raghunath and Kaustubha tackle powerful questions about surrender, purpose, and love in this live Q&A from Super Soul Farm—offering timeless bhakti wisdom on the struggles modern seekers face. What does surrender really look like in practice? How do you discover your dharma without drowning in options? Can you strive for spontaneous love of God wit…

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1608: The Guru as a Transparent Via Medium: Reclaiming Sacred Connection 55:02

28d ago55:02

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One of the most sacred dynamics in all of yoga culture - the relationship between teacher and student—has become both feared and misunderstood as it’s been transferred from India to the West. In this potent episode, Raghunath and Kaustubha explore how spiritual truth flows not from information alone, but from affection, humility, and mutual sinceri…

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1607: Ask Better Questions, Break the Cycle of Samsara 56:34

29d ago56:34

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There’s a big difference between asking, “How can I change this?” and asking, “What am I meant to learn from this?” In this episode, Raghunath and Kaustubha explore how asking bigger, zoomed-out questions can unlock real transformation—and how Krishna’s pastimes, far from being mere spiritual folklore, offer the deepest answers to the soul’s most u…

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

1M 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

1M 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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Wisdom of the Sages

Raghunath Cappo & Kaustubha Das

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1629: Breaking the Universal Code: What the Yogis Found Within 55:05

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1628: The Mind Is the Altar: Mental Worship, Bhakti Yoga & Inner Transformation 59:44

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1627: George Harrison Knew It: We're All Looking for Krishna 56:31

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1626: Love Isn’t a Feeling—It’s a Full-Time Job 1:01:24

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1625: Wisdom Blockers: Why Some Spiritual Truths Stay Out of Reach 59:35

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1624: Satyam: Recognizing Truth in a World of Spin 55:23

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1623: Heart-to-Heart Transmission: Spirituality Beyond the Externals 55:52

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1622: Beauty, Longing & the Sigh of Spiritual Awakening 57:41

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1621: Before Religion, Beyond Boundaries: Interview with Author Nitesh Gor 54:00

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1620: The Sex Episode: Yoga Wisdom Meets Real-Life Hormones | Q & A Vol. 281 1:00:15

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1619: Devotion Follows Destruction-- Evolution and the Death of Our Lower Nature 57:56

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1618: Identity Politics, Self-Esteem Battles & the Spiritual Solution 56:50

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1617: Your Thoughts Are Drafting the Blueprints for Your Next Body 56:32

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1616: You’re Not That Voice in Your Head: Ancient Yogic Wisdom for Self-Realization 54:51

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1615: Full-Hearted Bhakti: Vivid, Personal Krishna Devotion | Q & A Vol. 280 1:01:15

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1614: Is Yoga All About the Journey—or About Hitting the Target? | Q & A Vol. 279 51:35

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1613: Myth or Reality: The Misunderstood Tech of the Yogis 54:48

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1612: Cosmic Vision, Parental Panic & the Purusha Sukta Mantras 53:13

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1611: Parenting, Japa Meditation & How to Stay Inspired on the Bhakti Path | Q & A Vol. 278 51:20

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1610: Struggling with Expectations & Self-Worth: Bhakti Yoga Insights | Q & A Vol. 277 58:22

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1609: Surrender, Purpose, Love: Bhakti Answers the Big Questions | Q & A Vol. 276 1:00:26

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1608: The Guru as a Transparent Via Medium: Reclaiming Sacred Connection 55:02

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1607: Ask Better Questions, Break the Cycle of Samsara 56:34

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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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