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Dr. Raj Balkaran
The Indian Wisdom Podcast
Authentic ancient Indian wisdom teachings artfully applied to modern Western life. Grounded in scholarship and infused with live storytelling, this content is informative, entertaining, inspiring. Hosted by Dr. Raj Balkaran, a Sanskrit scholar, storyteller and online educator. In addition to academic training, he was lineally trained by Mantriji, our sangha's parama-guru. He teaches at the Oxford Centre for Hindu Studies and at The Indian Wisdom School where he applies ancient Indian wisdom to modern Western life. He is also the author of "The Stories Behind the Poses: The Indian...
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The Indian Wisdom Podcast is just what I was looking for. Ancient wisdom that helps for daily life.
Ancient wisdom for today via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/26/24
All these words describe Dr Balkaran and the debut of this podcast. He opens up the wisdom world of ancient India for listeners with a magical mix of deep understanding, masterful storytelling, and gentle humor. Even if you’ve heard this story of Ganesha 100 times, you’ve never heard it quite...Read full review »
purplekazoo216 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 01/25/24
Recent Episodes
What is the difference between healthy pride and toxic pride? How do we navigate the two? Hear the tale of how Viṣṇu’s dwarf incarnation humbles the demon Bali. The Indian Wisdom Podcast is hosted by Dr. Raj Balkaran, a Sanskrit scholar, seasoned storyteller and spiritual lineage holder. He...
Published 11/21/24
Published 11/21/24
Dr. Raj interviews Jen Goetchius about her rich yoga teacher training manual and programme in the Cleveland, Ohio area. They discuss and the need and applicability of Indian wisdom in the modern Western world. Resources mentioned in the episode: Hanuman Chalisa pocketbook -...
Published 11/14/24
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