The Late Morning Program with Namarasa

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What happens when ancient wisdom meets modern skepticism? In this episode, Swami Padmanabha sits down with Doug, a Gen-Z agnostic who doesn’t identify as religious—but is genuinely curious, thoughtful, and open-minded. Doug asks honest questions about God, faith, doubt, and meaning, without assuming the answers in advance. This is not a debate to “win,” nor a sermon to accept—just a calm, respectful conversation exploring spirituality through reason, experience, and lived questions. If you’re skeptical, undecided, or simply curious about religion without the pressure to believe, this conversation is for you. 🎧 Listen with an open mind. #SwamiPadmanabha #GenZ #Agnostic #SpiritualConversations #FaithAndReason #Podcast #OpenDialogue **************************************************** ▶ LOVE THE PODCAST? -- DONATE HERE: https://fundrazr.com/c2GpR0?ref=ab_aAySJ0 ▶ WATCH ON FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheLateMorningProgramWithNamarasa ▶ WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdx42Nztrpnl2sz8p4sE99g/videos ▶ LISTEN ON SOUNDCLOUD: https://soundcloud.com/tulasi-nadia-harrison/sets/the-late-morning-program-with ▶ LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-late-morning-program-with-namarasa/id1348449077 ▶ CONTACT: //Instagram: @namarasapodcast //Email: namejuice@gmail.com //Website: www.namarasa.show

Join us for an enlightening discussion with Hari Parshad Das as we explore and clarify common misconceptions around Rāgānugā Bhakti — the spontaneous path of devotional service in the Gaudiya Vaishnava tradition. In this episode, we unpack what Rāgānugā Bhakti truly means according to the teachings of Rūpa Gosvāmī and our ācāryas, and how it can be understood and practiced in harmony with the guidance of the ISKCON paramparā. 🔹 Topics covered: What Rāgānugā Bhakti really is — beyond myths and misunderstandings The difference between Rāgānugā and Vaidhī Bhakti The role of qualification and guidance in this inner practice Practical insights for sincere sādhakas in modern times 🎧 Tune in for a thoughtful, scripturally grounded, and heart-centered conversation. #RaganugaBhakti #HariParshadDas #BhaktiPodcast #GaudiyaVaishnavism #RupaGoswami #ISKCON **************************************************** ▶ LOVE THE PODCAST? -- DONATE HERE: https://fundrazr.com/c2GpR0?ref=ab_aAySJ0 ▶ WATCH ON FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheLateMorningProgramWithNamarasa ▶ WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdx42Nztrpnl2sz8p4sE99g/videos ▶ LISTEN ON SOUNDCLOUD: https://soundcloud.com/tulasi-nadia-harrison/sets/the-late-morning-program-with ▶ LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-late-morning-program-with-namarasa/id1348449077 ▶ CONTACT: //Instagram: @namarasapodcast //Email: namejuice@gmail.com //Website: www.namarasa.show

Join us in this soul-stirring episode featuring Śrīpād BV Vana Gosvami Mahārāja, whose teachings illuminate the path of bhakti and devotion. Through heartfelt katha, reflections on guru-sādhana, and personal experiences from around the world, Mahārāja guides us toward genuine love for Kṛṣṇa and deep spiritual transformation. Whether you’re new to bhakti-yoga or a seasoned practitioner, this conversation shines with mercy, clarity, and divine inspiration. Hit **Play**, surrender your heart, and embrace the sweetness of pure devotion! — *Remember to Like, Share, and Subscribe for more uplifting wisdom from Śrīpād BV Vana Mahārāja.* **Connect with Śrīpād BV Vana Mahārāja:** - Official Website: https://www.vanamadhuryam.com - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vanamadhuryamofficial - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanamadhuryam.usa **************************************************** ▶ LOVE THE PODCAST? -- DONATE HERE: https://fundrazr.com/c2GpR0?ref=ab_aAySJ0 ▶ WATCH ON FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheLateMorningProgramWithNamarasa ▶ WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdx42Nztrpnl2sz8p4sE99g/videos ▶ LISTEN ON SOUNDCLOUD: https://soundcloud.com/tulasi-nadia-harrison/sets/the-late-morning-program-with ▶ LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-late-morning-program-with-namarasa/id1348449077 ▶ CONTACT: //Instagram: @namarasapodcast //Email: namejuice@gmail.com //Website: www.namarasa.show

⚠️ Viewer Discretion Advised: This episode contains candid discussions about sexuality, pornography, and addiction. Not suitable for all audiences. In this eye-opening episode, we sit down with Nakula Das to explore a taboo topic often left unspoken: the use of pornography within the Hare Krishna community. While the movement promotes celibacy and spiritual purity, the reality is that devotees—like everyone else—face the challenges of living in a hypersexualized digital age. 🔔 Subscribe for more conversations exploring the intersection of spirituality, psychology, and modern life. #HareKrishna #PornAddiction #Spirituality #NakulaDas #ISKCON #FaithAndReality **************************************************** “As Krishna teaches in the Gita, lust is the enemy that clouds the soul’s true vision. If you are struggling with pornography or illicit sex, know that there is a path to conquer the senses to increase your devotional service.” - Nakula Das Contact Nakula: Take the 30 Day Challenge: https://nakula-das-training-grounds.t... (https://nakula-das-training-grounds.t...) Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nakula_das?... Subscriber on YouTube: / nakuladas ( / nakuladas ) Contact Directly: https://www.nakuladas.com/contact Thank you 🙏 **************************************************** ▶ LOVE THE PODCAST? -- DONATE HERE: https://fundrazr.com/c2GpR0?ref=ab_aA... ▶ WATCH ON FACEBOOK: / thelatemorningprogramwithnamarasa ▶ WATCH ON YOUTUBE: / @namarasapodcast ▶ LISTEN ON SOUNDCLOUD: / the-late-morning-program-with ▶ LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... ▶ CONTACT: //Instagram: @namarasapodcast //Email: namejuice@gmail.com //Website: www.namarasa.show

In Part II of this deeply moving and historically rich conversation, Abhirama Das Prabhu continues his firsthand account of serving His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada as his personal nurse during the final months of Srila Prabhupada’s earthly pastimes. This episode features never-before-heard stories—intimate, powerful, and revealing moments that took place behind closed doors in Vrindavan during Srila Prabhupada’s last days. From personal instructions to sacred realizations, Abhirama Prabhu offers a rare glimpse into the final chapter of a spiritual giant. These recollections are not just memories—they are living history, told by someone who was there until the very end. 🙏 Don’t miss this continuation of an extraordinary testimony. 📌 Watch Part I here: [link to Part I if available] 📌 Subscribe for more in-depth conversations on Srila Prabhupada’s legacy and those who served him. #SrilaPrabhupada #ISKCON #AbhiramaDas #HareKrishna #PrabhupadaFinalDays #VedicHistory #BhaktiYoga **************************************************** ▶ LOVE THE PODCAST? -- DONATE HERE: https://fundrazr.com/c2GpR0?ref=ab_aA... ▶ WATCH ON FACEBOOK: / thelatemorningprogramwithnamarasa ▶ WATCH ON YOUTUBE: / @namarasapodcast ▶ LISTEN ON SOUNDCLOUD: / the-late-morning-program-with ▶ LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... ▶ CONTACT: //Instagram: @namarasapodcast //Email: namejuice@gmail.com //Website: www.namarasa.show

In this powerful two-part podcast series, Abhirama Das — Srila Prabhupada’s personal nurse during his final months — opens up for the first time with never-before-heard stories from those sacred and intimate moments. With deep sincerity and vivid detail, Abhirama Prabhu shares what it was truly like to serve Srila Prabhupada in his final days in Vrindavan, offering a rare glimpse into the physical and spiritual atmosphere surrounding one of the greatest spiritual teachers of the modern era. 🎙️ Part 1: Early days of service, Prabhupada’s health, and the mood at Krishna-Balaram Mandir. 🎙️ Part 2: Final instructions, deeply personal moments, and never-told revelations from Prabhupada’s bedside. Whether you are a lifelong devotee or someone just discovering Srila Prabhupada’s legacy, this heartfelt series offers profound insight, inspiration, and timeless wisdom. 👉 Don’t miss these rare, first-hand accounts from someone who was there at the very end. 🔔 Subscribe and turn on notifications to be the first to hear Part 2. **************************************************** ▶ LOVE THE PODCAST? -- DONATE HERE: https://fundrazr.com/c2GpR0?ref=ab_aA... ▶ WATCH ON FACEBOOK: / thelatemorningprogramwithnamarasa ▶ WATCH ON YOUTUBE: / @namarasapodcast ▶ LISTEN ON SOUNDCLOUD: / the-late-morning-program-with ▶ LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... ▶ CONTACT: //Instagram: @namarasapodcast //Email: namejuice@gmail.com //Website: www.namarasa.show

S.B. Keshava Swami shares deep insights from his spiritual journey in this heartfelt conversation, recorded in New Jersey in September 2024. WEBSITE: https://www.keshavaswami.com/ **************************************************** ▶ LOVE THE PODCAST? -- DONATE HERE: https://fundrazr.com/c2GpR0?ref=ab_aA... ▶ WATCH ON FACEBOOK: / thelatemorningprogramwithnamarasa ▶ WATCH ON YOUTUBE: / @namarasapodcast ▶ LISTEN ON SOUNDCLOUD: / the-late-morning-program-with ▶ LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... ▶ CONTACT: //Instagram: @namarasapodcast //Email: namejuice@gmail.com //Website: www.namarasa.show

🎧 About This Episode: In this transformative episode, Caru Das (ACBPS) shares a timeless spiritual principle: to truly experience Krishna, you must step out of your comfort zone. Spiritual growth rarely happens in ease or familiarity—it blossoms in surrender, uncertainty, and the willingness to be stretched beyond limits. Drawing from sacred texts, decades of devotional practice, and personal stories, Caru Das explains why Krishna often meets us not in our routines, but in our risks. 🙏 Key Takeaways: Why staying comfortable can hinder your spiritual awakening How to embrace discomfort as a divine invitation The spiritual power of surrendering control Real-life examples of transcendence through challenge Whether you're new to bhakti yoga or deep into your practice, this episode will inspire you to look beyond comfort and toward Krishna’s calling. 🧘 About Caru Das: Caru Das Adhikari is the President and founder—alongside his wife Vaibhavi—of the Utah Krishna Temple. He has served as temple president in Sydney, Melbourne, and Berkeley (1971–1978), Director of Life Membership in Los Angeles (1980–1987), and President/Founder of KHQN Radio in Spanish Fork, Utah (1982–2005). He earned a Bhakti Sastra Degree in Vaishnava Studies in 1977. A lifelong spiritual teacher and practitioner, Caru Das has been: A VISTA volunteer (1969) A vegetarian since 1970 A guest lecturer on Krishna consciousness since 1970 A marathon runner, completing 32 marathons since 1988 📌 Subscribe for more: Weekly episodes on Krishna consciousness, bhakti yoga, and living a life of spiritual courage. 🔗 Connect with Caru Das: [Website] https://www.utahkrishnas.org/glossary... [Instagram] / festivalofcolorsusa [Facebook] / caru.utah #CaruDas #KrishnaConsciousness #BhaktiYoga #HareKrishna #SpiritualGrowth #ISKCON #GetUncomfortable #DevotionalLiving **************************************************** ▶ LOVE THE PODCAST? -- DONATE HERE: https://fundrazr.com/c2GpR0?ref=ab_aA... ▶ WATCH ON FACEBOOK: / thelatemorningprogramwithnamarasa ▶ WATCH ON YOUTUBE: / @namarasapodcast ▶ LISTEN ON SOUNDCLOUD: / the-late-morning-program-with ▶ LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... ▶ CONTACT: //Instagram: @namarasapodcast //Email: namejuice@gmail.com //Website: www.namarasa.show

**This podcast recorded in August 2024 in New Jersey, USA** Basu Ghosh Das (ACBSP) discusses the growing cultural tensions within ISKCON—East vs. West, tradition vs. modernity. Can ISKCON stay true to its Vedic roots while expanding globally? 💬 Watch now and share your thoughts on ISKCON’s cultural future. Basu Ghosh prabhu contact: / basughoshdas #ISKCON #BasuGhoshDas #CulturalConflict #VedicCulture #krishnaconsciousness GET THE T-SHIRT NAMARASA IS WEARING HERE: https://www.etsy.com/shop/KrishnasCloset **************************************************** ▶ LOVE THE PODCAST? -- DONATE HERE: https://fundrazr.com/c2GpR0?ref=ab_aA... ▶ WATCH ON FACEBOOK: / thelatemorningprogramwithnamarasa ▶ WATCH ON YOUTUBE: / @namarasapodcast ▶ LISTEN ON SOUNDCLOUD: / the-late-morning-program-with ▶ LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... ▶ CONTACT: //Instagram: @namarasapodcast //Email: namejuice@gmail.com //Website: www.namarasa.show

This podcast was recorded August 2024 in New Jersey, USA. About: https://iskconleaders.com/hanumat-pre... **************************************************** ▶ LOVE THE PODCAST? -- DONATE HERE: https://fundrazr.com/c2GpR0?ref=ab_aA... ▶ WATCH ON FACEBOOK: / thelatemorningprogramwithnamarasa ▶ WATCH ON YOUTUBE: / @namarasapodcast ▶ LISTEN ON SOUNDCLOUD: / the-late-morning-program-with ▶ LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... ▶ CONTACT: //Instagram: @namarasapodcast //Email: namejuice@gmail.com //Website: www.namarasa.show

Yadunandana Swami is the Principal of Bhaktivedanta College, teacher, spiritual counselor and a sannyasi (monk, religious mendicant) in the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON). He is an initiated disciple of His Holiness Satsvarupa Dasa Goswami and a sannyasa disciple of His Holiness Jayadvaita Swami, who are both disciples of His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, the Founder Acharya of ISKCON. Yadunandana Swami has been studying and practicing Caitanya Vaishnavism since 1977. Presently, his main services in ISKCON are focused on systematic God-centered education by developing educational initiatives and by teaching courses on Bhagavad Gita, Srimad Bhagavatam (Bhagavata Purana), and other subjects. He is convinced that such education is the best way to improve the lives of individuals, develop communities, and, ultimately, better the world. Apart from his services in education, he is also active in interreligious dialogue and lectures on the philosophy and culture of Krishna consciousness in many countries around the world. BIO: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yadunan.... GET THE BOOK HERE: https://blservices.com/product/sannya... **************************************************** ▶ LOVE THE PODCAST? -- DONATE HERE: https://fundrazr.com/c2GpR0?ref=ab_aA... ▶ WATCH ON FACEBOOK: / thelatemorningprogramwithnamarasa ▶ WATCH ON YOUTUBE: / @namarasapodcast ▶ LISTEN ON SOUNDCLOUD: / the-late-morning-program-with ▶ LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... ▶ CONTACT: //Instagram: @namarasapodcast //Email: namejuice@gmail.com //Website: www.namarasa.show

Gauranga Darshan Das is an award-winning spiritual author, educator, and speaker known for his ability to make timeless wisdom deeply accessible. As Dean of Bhaktivedanta Vidyapitha at ISKCON Govardhan Ecovillage, he’s guided thousands on their spiritual path through structured study, devotional insights, and relatable life lessons. Website: https://gaurangadarshandas.com/ E-Mail: gaurangadarshan@ecovillage.org.in IG: / gaurangadarshandas.official FB: / gaurangadarshandas YT: ‪@GaurangaDarshanDas‬ This episode was recorded in June 2024 in New Jersey, USA **************************************************** ▶ LOVE THE PODCAST? -- DONATE HERE: https://fundrazr.com/c2GpR0?ref=ab_aA... ▶ WATCH ON FACEBOOK: / thelatemorningprogramwithnamarasa ▶ WATCH ON YOUTUBE: / @namarasapodcast ▶ LISTEN ON SOUNDCLOUD: / the-late-morning-program-with ▶ LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... ▶ CONTACT: //Instagram: @namarasapodcast //Email: namejuice@gmail.com //Website: www.namarasa.show

This podcast was recorded in August 2024 in New Jersey, USA. BIO: Jonathan Glass, ND, M.Ac, Ayurvedic Practitioner, AKA - Nimai Caitanya Das, has been practicing Bhakti Yoga for over 35 years. He is the author of the Total Life Cleanse and founder of JivAtma Energy Healing. He is a Naturopathic Doctor, Master Acupuncturist, Ayurvedic Practitioner, and Natural Health Educator. Nimai/Jonathan served on the faculty of the New England School of Acupuncture and the Dharma Institute of Yoga and Ayurveda. He has facilitated thousands through his Total Life Cleanse and JivAtma Energy Healing programs. Jonathan has been in private practice since 1987 when he co-founded the Healing Essence Center in Concord, MA. Links: BOOK: https://a.co/d/1PxaFfH WEBSITE: https://healingessencecenter.com/ **************************************************** ▶ LOVE THE PODCAST? -- DONATE HERE: https://fundrazr.com/c2GpR0?ref=ab_aA... ▶ WATCH ON FACEBOOK: / thelatemorningprogramwithnamarasa ▶ WATCH ON YOUTUBE: / @namarasapodcast ▶ LISTEN ON SOUNDCLOUD: / the-late-morning-program-with ▶ LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... ▶ CONTACT: //Instagram: @namarasapodcast //Email: namejuice@gmail.com //Website: www.namarasa.show

**This podcat was recorded in July 2024 in New Jersey, USA** Links: https://urmiladevidasi.org/ https://urmiladasi.com/ / urmiladevidasi YouTube: ‪@urmiladevidasi108‬ Get the Career Dharma book here: https://books2read.com/careerdharma To get email announcements about Career Dharma, please sign up at this Google form: https://goo.gl/n4jxJr The Career Dharma website, currently under construction, will be found at http://www.nineislandsmedia.com/caree... **************************************************** ▶ LOVE THE PODCAST? -- DONATE HERE: https://fundrazr.com/c2GpR0?ref=ab_aA... ▶ WATCH ON FACEBOOK: / thelatemorningprogramwithnamarasa ▶ WATCH ON YOUTUBE: / @namarasapodcast ▶ LISTEN ON SOUNDCLOUD: / the-late-morning-program-with ▶ LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... ▶ CONTACT: //Instagram: @namarasapodcast //Email: namejuice@gmail.com //Website: www.namarasa.show

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A highly controversial and deeply important discussion—Was Srila Prabhupada poisoned? Join us for an exclusive podcast with Mayesvara Das (ACBSP), the author of "Deception", a 500-page book that meticulously investigates this shocking allegation. In this groundbreaking interview, Mayesvara Das presents hard facts, historical evidence, and crucial insights into one of the most disturbing claims in ISKCON history. Whether you have doubts, questions, or strong beliefs about this issue, this discussion is one you cannot afford to miss. 🔹 Who is Mayesvara Das? Supersoul directed Mayesvara Das to begin studying the philosophy of Krishna Consciousness in 1973. In October 1975, he left his senior year at the University of Kansas, where he was studying Industrial Design, to fully dedicate himself to the Radha Damodar Traveling Sankirtan Party. From there, he distributed Srila Prabhupada’s books in the parking lots of America until spring 1976. Then, in March 1976, he was personally accepted as a disciple by His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada at the Krishna Balaram Temple in Vrindavan, India. 🔹 Links: Mayesvara prabhu's website: https://jagannatha.com/ Get the "Deception" Book: https://a.co/d/0hTtsdb WATCH THE DECEPTION MOVIE: • DECEPTION - POISON CONSPIRACY FRAUD ... **************************************************** ▶ LOVE THE PODCAST? -- DONATE HERE: https://fundrazr.com/c2GpR0?ref=ab_aA... ▶ WATCH ON FACEBOOK: / thelatemorningprogramwithnamarasa ▶ WATCH ON YOUTUBE: / @namarasapodcast ▶ LISTEN ON SOUNDCLOUD: / the-late-morning-program-with ▶ LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... ▶ CONTACT: //Instagram: @namarasapodcast //Email: namejuice@gmail.com //Website: www.namarasa.show

This podcast was recorded in October 2024 in New Jersey, USA. Gaura Das is a disciple of Srila A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada. He first heard about Krishna through the music of George Harrison. Born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, he met devotees at the age of 21 and was invited to meet Srila Prabhupada in Chicago during the July 4th weekend of 1975. His first service was book distribution, and he has dedicated most of his devotional career to serving in Canada, with one year in the U.S. assisting Tripurari Swami on the renowned Library Party. Over the years, he has engaged in various devotional services, including Sankirtan, managing Govinda’s restaurants, cooking, pujari seva, and college preaching. One of his remarkable contributions has been his effort to reconnect Srila Prabhupada’s disciples. He has searched for and brought together 972 Prabhupada disciples on Facebook, forming the largest gathering of Srila Prabhupada’s followers in the world. Above all, his favorite service is leading kirtan! Contact via Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?... **************************************************** ▶ LOVE THE PODCAST? -- DONATE HERE: https://fundrazr.com/c2GpR0?ref=ab_aA... ▶ WATCH ON FACEBOOK: / thelatemorningprogramwithnamarasa ▶ WATCH ON YOUTUBE: / @namarasapodcast ▶ LISTEN ON SOUNDCLOUD: / the-late-morning-program-with ▶ LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... ▶ CONTACT: //Instagram: @namarasapodcast //Email: namejuice@gmail.com //Website: www.namarasa.show

This Podcast was recorded in October 2024 in New Jersey, USA. JivaG has been in recovery for 35 years. She grew up in NYC, left home at 14, and found the hardcore punk scene in the Lower East Side. By 19, she got addicted to heroin. What followed were years of overdoses, detoxes, homelessness, and the relentless cycle of addiction. At 21, she moved to Berlin, hoping for a fresh start, but instead, she fell even deeper. By 28, she hit a bottom so dark that death felt inevitable. But instead of dying, she surrendered. She turned her will and life over to God, got clean, and found a 12-step program that saved her life. For years, she stayed clean and sober, worked through deep trauma, codependency, and explored spirituality, always drawn to Krishna Consciousness. But at 48, she hit another bottom—this time emotional and spiritual. The pain was just as crushing as her drug years, and once again, the only way out was surrender. This time, she gave herself fully to Krishna. As she deepened her recovery, she saw how many devotees were struggling—trapped in addiction, codependency, and unhealed trauma, with no real solution. That’s when she founded Bhakti Recovery Group (BRG), a nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing 12-step recovery into Bhakti communities. BRG offers daily recovery meetings, retreats, and workshops that integrate 12-step principles with the teachings of Bhakti. It provides a global community where people find real support, accountability, and spiritual connection. More than just a meeting, BRG is a movement—a place where no one has to struggle alone, no matter their past. Krishna willing, this is JivaG’s life’s service: carrying the message, holding space, and helping others find the freedom she was given. LINKS: Jiva's podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2ci69OH... Donate to Jiva's BRG: https://www.paypal.me/jivagwen https://www.bhaktirecoverygroup.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/jivaglife?i... IG: https://www.instagram.com/bhaktirecov... **************************************************** ▶ LOVE THE PODCAST? -- DONATE HERE: https://fundrazr.com/c2GpR0?ref=ab_aA... ▶ WATCH ON FACEBOOK: / thelatemorningprogramwithnamarasa ▶ WATCH ON YOUTUBE: / @namarasapodcast ▶ LISTEN ON SOUNDCLOUD: / the-late-morning-program-with ▶ LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... ▶ CONTACT: //Instagram: @namarasapodcast //Email: namejuice@gmail.com //Website: www.namarasa.show

This podcast was recorded in July 2024 in New Jersey, USA. Champakalata Sakhi Devi Dasi is a disciple of His Holiness Radhanath Swami. She has a zest for life and has wanted to know God since childhood. She grew up as a dancer and actress, studied acting at Stella Adler Acting Conservatory, and then fell in love with yoga and meditation. She completed her 300-hr yoga teacher training through Jivamukti Yoga in 2011. At the same time she found Krishna Consciousness, met Radhanath Swami, and planned a 17- month pilgrimage to India to solidify her spiritual path. After India, she moved into the DC temple and served there from 2012-2017 in the deity department, as sankirtan leader, and leading outreach initiatives. She received first initiation in 2015 and second in 2017. In 2017 she moved to Bhakti Center and has served as hospitality/ reception manager, pujari, community group leader, drama/ dance performances, Bhagavad Gita teacher, and mentor. She served for 2.5 years on the Leadership Team as Community Care Director, has helped develop many outreach initiatives and wisdom courses at Bhakti Center, and presently teaches the path of Bhakti and yoga full time. She led, with her husband Gopal Krishna Das, a pilgrimage to Vrindavan in 2024 and will be leading with him a pilgrimage to Mayapur in 2025. She loves chanting japa and kirtan, reading, and dressing the deities. She is a self- published author of a Devotional poetry book. Purchase her Bhakti poetry book here: https://www.amazon.com/Chant-Your-Nam... Join Gopal & Champakalata's Mayapur Pilgrimage: https://bhakticenter.org/mayapur-pilg... Personal IG page: @foryouthesewords Outreach IG page: @champakalata.sakhi **************************************************** ▶ LOVE THE PODCAST? -- DONATE HERE: https://fundrazr.com/c2GpR0?ref=ab_aA... ▶ WATCH ON FACEBOOK: / thelatemorningprogramwithnamarasa ▶ WATCH ON YOUTUBE: / @namarasapodcast ▶ LISTEN ON SOUNDCLOUD: / the-late-morning-program-with ▶ LISTEN ON ITUNES: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... ▶ CONTACT: //Instagram: @namarasapodcast //Email: namejuice@gmail.com //Website: www.namarasa.show