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Season 1

Aug. 19, 2021

3 Hollywood Movies with Dharmic Influences

In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses 3 Hollywood movies that have incredible depth in spiritual content, especially of the dharmic traditions. The movies explored are Interstellar, Inception and The Matrix. I...

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Aug. 15, 2021

COVID-19 and Common Sense Spirituality

In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the impact that misinformation on COVID-19 has affected the spiritual, yoga and wellness circle. In this brief episode, the discussion dwells into why it is important to b...

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Aug. 12, 2021

Is It An Awakening Or Is It Enlightenment?

In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast offers clarity on the differences between an awakening and enlightenment. Sometimes, we mistakenly declare enlightenment when we really we had just had an awakening experience. List...

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Aug. 8, 2021

The Benefits of Satsang

In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the benefits of satsang. Satsang means the company of the truth or those individuals that are enlightened with the Truth. I hope you enjoyed listening to this 15th episode...

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Aug. 5, 2021

Who Am I? The Question of all Questions

In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses how the spiritual inquiry into 'Who Am I? is the question of all questions that needs to be explored. Through this inquiry, we can come to the realization of who I am. …

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Aug. 1, 2021

Navigating The Spiritual Marketplace

In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the importance of navigating the spiritual marketplace and going towards the highest state or attainment - oneness with Brahman (Ultimate Reality). I hope you enjoyed list...

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July 29, 2021

Making Friends With Death

In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the concept of death and how to be detached with our loved ones. Even though death is an inescapable law, it is through inquiry of who am I? that enables true growth. …

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July 25, 2021

Karma - A Short Introduction

In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the concept of karma and simplifies it so you can understand what it means without any of the complexity. I hope you enjoyed listening to this 11th episode. If you would l...

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July 22, 2021

Can There Be a World Without God?

In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses what a world looks like if we didn't have the concept of god and what does religion need to do in the evidence behind scientific discovery. I hope you enjoyed listening to...

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July 18, 2021

The Investment In My Story

In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses how we sometimes play the role of the victim and the hero. The ego likes to trap us into incessant thinking. This episode goes into how we can transcend this narrative and...

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July 15, 2021

Relationships and Spirituality - Can You Commit To Both?

In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses how one can be committed to a spiritual life as well as living a fully-involved family life. This episode gives hints on what one can do to maintain balance and still exce...

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July 11, 2021

Sat Chit Ananda (Truth, Consciousness, Bliss)

In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the concept of Sat Chit Ananda, which can be translated as Truth, Consciousness and Bliss. This episode explores what exactly is the truth, what denotes itself as consciou...

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July 8, 2021

Aham Brahmasmi

In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the sacred saying of The Upanishads, a mahavakhya 'Aham Brahmasmi'. This simply translates as 'I am Brahman'. This episode dwells upon whether the ego can say this great s...

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July 4, 2021

How Forgiving Others Doesn't Turn You Into a Doormat

In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses how forgiveness doesn't make you a doormat but enhances your spiritual journey. Sometimes we hold onto grudges and this only creates hatred within us. Meditation or any sp...

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July 1, 2021

Spiritual Bypassing

In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses how spiritual bypassing doesn't allow us to spiritually grow. To mature into the Ultimate Reality, it is important that we embrace reality as it is instead of blaming our ...

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June 27, 2021

3 Spiritual Books Every Seeker Needs To Read

In this episode, The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses 3 spiritual books that every serious seeker needs to read. The episode discusses the importance of each book and how they benefit the seeker on the journey and little insi...

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June 24, 2021

Namaste! It's Not Your Average Hello!

The Bearded Mystic Podcast discusses the meaning behind the greeting commonly said in the Hindu and Buddhist traditions. In this 2nd episode, I discuss how Namaste can be used as tool for spiritual growth and development. Che...

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June 19, 2021

What is a Mystic?

This episode is an introduction to the brand new The Bearded Mystic Podcast. In this introductory episode, I talk about what this podcast will be about and what to expect from the podcast. I go into some biographical details ...

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