Nectar Talks
37 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 months ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsNectar Talks is hosted by Amrita-keli, Namamrita, and Krishna Kishora Kish from the heart of New Raman Reti in Alachua Florida, the largest Hare Krishna community in North America and the home of thousands of Bhakti yoga practitioners. In their ongoing interviews this dynamic duo digs deep into our search for a loving connection with Krishna (God) and each-other. With you, they uncover the real life stories and inner journeys of a vibrant community of friends and special guests. Like bees searching for nectar our hosts seek pearls of wisdom from how they live their lives and the lessons they can impart to us and their listeners. If you're seeking nectar, look no further! Find us also on YouTube and Facebook.
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Nectar Talks Episode 29 Samapriya dasi
June 28, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 46.1 MB"Being YOU for Krishna” with Samapriya devi dasi Join us as Namamrita explores the intriguing life of services of the individual and actress, Samapriya devi dasi. Samapriya joined Krishna consciousness very young. She traveled widely. Her passion was book distribution. Hear about her adventures and the wisdom she gained through the process of aging gracefully in Krishna consciousness. Her book, “The Divine Love Trip”, was her culmination of a lifetime of service. Get ready for an ex...
Nectar Talks Episode 28 Murli Gopal das
May 24, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 50.7 MBNectar Talks EPISODE 28 with Murli Gopal das Nectar Talks is back in action! Take a seat with Amrita-keli as she uncovers the intriguing life and services of Murli Gopal das. Murli Gopal is a medical physicist, performing artist and science author for the Bhaktivedanta Institute. He met the devotees in his early 30’s, trading a decades-long hankering to build a time machine and gain mystic powers for 10 years as a monk at the Bhakti Center. Explore his mood in Bhakti and help us send o...
Episode 27 Southcare: Caring for Each Other with Kishor Rico & Madhuryalila Devi Dasi
January 07, 2023 17:00 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MBAs our community grows, many program initiatives are arising in Alachua. They are an excellent platform to unite devotees and foster a sense of community. Join us as Amrita-Keli dasi hosts Kishor das and Madhuryalila devi dasi in an exciting discussion about our community’s newest initiative, Southcare under whose umbrella Devotee Care, End of Life Care, and Krishna Meals on Wheels operate. Learn the who, what, where, and whys of this program, and how you can be involved! Our episodes ar...
EPISODE 26 Living with Demigods Mahavisnupriya Devi Dasi
November 02, 2022 23:00 - 1 hour - 57.9 MB[[:encoded, "Join us as Amrita-Keli Dasi hosts Mahavisnupriya devi dasi for an exciting journey into her life in Hawaii in the midst of growing up with Demigods! Hear about her personal experiences with the mystical. The Hawaiian islands have an intriguing history and attracted Srila Prabhupada with their healing climate and atmosphere. This is a unique Nectar Talks experience you won’t want to miss. Join us on\n\nFacebook: Nectar Talks Live & ISKCON Alachua\nYouTube: Nectar Talks & ISKCON ...
EPISODE 25 Gauranga Girls
October 19, 2022 23:00 - 1 hour - 49 MB[[:encoded, "Nectar Talks EPISODE 25 with the “Gauranga Girls”\nBhaktin Tricia and Panchali Devi Dasi \n\nJoin us as Amrita-Keli Dasi hosts Bhaktin Tricia and Panchali Dasi from Krishna House, fondly referred to as the “Gauranga Girls”. Hear how they joined Krishna House and graduated to new outreach projects, the latest one being in Philadelphia. Their stories of traveling Sankirtan as the Gauranga Girls are intriguing and inspiring. \n\nJoin us on:\nFacebook: Nectar Talks Live & ISKCON Al...
EPISODE 24 Sudharma Devi Dasi
July 06, 2022 23:00 - 1 hour - 65.8 MB[[:encoded, "Nectar Talks EPISODE 24 with Sudharma Devi Dasi \nAdventures, Struggles, and Outreach for Krishna\n\nJoin us as Amrita-Keli dasi hosts Sudharma devi dasi, a senior disciple of Srila Prabhupada and longtime resident of New Raman Reti Dham. Hear stories of her blissful experiences as a solo itinerant preacher and her adventures in Southeast Asia. Discover how she has come to see Krishna’s hand in all material struggles. Learn about Hare Krishna community radio as an inclusive publ...
EPISODE 23 Gadadhara Pandit dasa
June 08, 2022 23:00 - 1 hour - 41.5 MB[[:encoded, "Nectar Talks EPISODE 23 with Gadadhara Pandit dasa \nAn Urban Monk’s Journey from The East Village to Gatorland \n\nJoin us as Namamrita dasa hosts Gadadhara Pandit dasa, a mindful leadership expert. Hear about his journey of going from a millionaire to losing everything, becoming a monk in New York City’s East Village then going on to become a top motivational speaker. Discover how he ended up on the cover of Forbes, USA Today and other leading magazines. Join us for this intri...
EPISODE 22 Savitri Devi Dasi & Jagadisha Das
April 07, 2022 23:00 - 1 hour - 55 MB[[:encoded, "Nectar Talks EPISODE 22 Savitri devi and Jagadisha das \nSharing Love to and from the Ukrainian Yatra \n\nTune in as Amrita-Keli dasi and Namamrita das host Savitri devi and Jagadisha das, Ukrainian devotees who have been members of New Raman Reti, Alachua for many years, for a special LIVE interview. Get insight into the Ukrainian temples and hear the real life stories of those affected by this terrible war. They will share their realizations and how they have mobilized to supp...
EPISODE 21 Doug Watson
March 16, 2022 23:00 - 59 minutes - 41 MB[[:encoded, "Nectar Talks EPISODE 21 with Doug Watson \nKrishna and the Cosmos\n\nMeet Doug Watson, a brilliant Astrophysicist with a PhD in Physics who became attracted to the Krishna conscious philosophy and Bhagavad Gita after meeting his now wife Sharanagati dasi. Hear about his involvement with Bhaktivedanta Institute and the latest event he hosted for them. Find out Doug’s thoughts on cosmology and consciousness and how Krishna consciousness, including the study of the soul, can be ma...
EPISODE 20 Rucira Dasi
March 02, 2022 23:00 - 1 hour - 57.8 MB[[:encoded, "Nectar Talks EPISODE 20 with Rucira Dasi \nSurrendering to Srila Prabhupada’s Desire\n\nIn this exciting episode of Nectar Talks, Amrita-Keli dasi hosts Rucira dasi for an evening of nectar! Rucira dasi joined Krsna consciousness at age 14. Hear about her journey through mothering and grandmothering in Krishna consciousness. She talks about her love for serving the cows, traditional cooking and her realizations from committing to the land for Srila Prabhupada. Find out what w...
EPISODE 19 Saranagati dasi
February 02, 2022 23:00 - 1 hour - 56.5 MB[[:encoded, "Nectar Talks EPISODE 19 with Saranagati Dasi \n“A Second-Generation Devotee Joins Krishna Consciousness” \n \nNamamrita Das hosts our guest, Saranagati Dasi who was born and raised in Krishna consciousness. She left the Alachua community to pursue a career in Modeling. Hear about her successful career and her battle with addiction. Learn how Saranagati’s journey led her to eventually “joining” Krishna consciousness.\n\nOur episodes are pre-recorded for the time being. Episode 1...
EPISODE 18 Puskar Das
January 05, 2022 23:00 - 1 hour - 63.1 MB[[:encoded, "Listen as Krishna Kishora Das hosts our guest. \n\nPuskar Das is Srila Prabhupada’s man and a long time resident of New Raman Reti along with his wife Sukhada Devi Dasi. This interview will take you on the journey of his Art career, and how it intersected with the Renaissance of Krishna Conscious Art in the West, under the direction of Srila Prabhupada. Count on hearing interesting facts and stories you have never heard before. He is a fountain of Sastric knowledge and also knows...
EPISODE 17 Lila Kishor das & Amrita-Keli dasi
December 01, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 57 MB[[:encoded, "Nectar Talks EPISODE 17 Lila Kishor das & Amrita-Keli dasi \n \nLila Kishor das and Amrita-Keli dasi are young second generation devotees, yet they have accomplished so much in their lives. Hear about their eventful journey through Krishna consciousness, their joys and challenges, and the exciting programs they have pioneered. Learn how they came to a life of devotion and service. Hear about how they reconcile differences in their cultural upbringing and much more. \n\nFacebook...
EPISODE 17 Lila Kishor das & Amrita-Keli dasi
December 01, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 153 MBNectar Talks EPISODE 17 Lila Kishor das & Amrita-Keli dasi Lila Kishor das and Amrita-Keli dasi are young second generation devotees, yet they have accomplished so much in their lives. Hear about their eventful journey through Krishna consciousness, their joys and challenges, and the exciting programs they have pioneered. Learn how they came to a life of devotion and service. Hear about how they reconcile differences in their cultural upbringing and much more. Facebook: Nectar Talks Li...
EPISODE 16 Balavanta Das
November 03, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 50.6 MB[[:encoded, "Namamrita Das interviews Balavanta Das on Nectar Talks.\n \nBalavanta Das is one of ISKCON’s pioneers. Hear about his contributions to the development of NRR dhama. Learn about his Southern upbringing and how he balances his solid footing in both the secular world through his successful law practice, and his practice of Bhakti. Take a peek into Balavanta prabhu’s vision for modern spirituality. Look for us on:\n \nFacebook: Nectar Talks Live & ISKCON\nAlachua\nYouTube: Nectar Ta...
EPISODE 15 Krishna Kishora Kish das
October 06, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 44.6 MB[[:encoded, "Hosts Amrita-Keli Dasi and Namamrita Das.\n \nWe are excited to welcome Krishna Kishora to our Nectar Talks team. Get a glimpse of what he brings to the table for the show. Hear about his background and upbringing, his dynamic nature and the service opportunities he has created to suit his goals of life. Learn about what enthuses him about spiritual life. Look for us on:\n \nFacebook: Nectar Talks Live & ISKCON Alachua\nYouTube: Nectar Talks & ISKCON Alachua Hare Krishna Temple\...
EPISODE 14 Kalakantha Das
September 01, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 62.2 MB[[:encoded, "Hear the marvels of Kalakanta prabhu’s 50 year journey of practicing Bhakti in the Hare Krishna movement, and what keeps him going. Learn about his views on the important role of women in our movement, and the need for more initiating Gurus. Share in his enthusiasm and vision for developing Ashrams in the modern day based on his successful grassroots Ashram, Krishna House in downtown Gainesville. See us live on:\n \nZoom ID: 670 694 2056\nFacebook: Nectar Talks Live & ISKCON Ala...
EPISODE 13 Param dasi Brito-Goodloe
August 04, 2021 23:00 - 50 minutes - 35 MB[[:encoded, "Take a journey with Param Dasi as she takes us on a tour of her colorful life of adventure all over the world while growing up in Krishna consciousness. She has an exciting career as a Nurse. Meet her husband, Scotty, whom she convinced to move to Alachua. Witness his observations about Krishna consciousness and hear his experience of being married to a Hare Krishna. Hear about how they balance their lives as a Hare Krishna and Baptist. Join us on:\n \nFacebook: Nectar Talks Li...
EPISODE 12 Pracarananda das
July 14, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 74.7 MB[[:encoded, "Pracarananda das is a scientist with the Bhaktivedanta Institute, BI. We get to take the insider’s look at BI. Hear his views on the importance of Vedic and modern scientific literacy. He teaches science to the students at the Bhaktivedanta Academy in Alachua. Learn of his journey with Karate and much more. Join us on:\n \nFacebook: Nectar Talks Live & ISKCON Alachua\nYouTube: ISKCON Alachua Hare Krishna Temple & Nectar Talks \nYou can also hear us on Apple Podcast & Spotify"]...
EPISODE 11 Srutisagara Das
June 30, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 50 MB[[:encoded, "Hear how Sruti Sagara Das, part of a new generation of temple presidents at Gainesville’s Krishna House, navigates the dichotomy between spirituality and institution. Having grown up in India and moved to America later in life, we capture a glimpse at how he deals with living at the intersection of cultural identities. See us live on:\n \nZoom ID: 670 694 2056\nFacebook: Nectar Talks Live & ISKCON Alachua\nYouTube: ISKCON Alachua Hare Krishna Temple & Nectar Talks \nYou can als...
EPISODE 10 Mukunda Michael Dewil
June 16, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 53.1 MB[[:encoded, "“The Middle Way” Finding your way between Hollywood and the Himalayas.\n\nMukunda Michael Dewil is an award-winning Hollywood film director and screenwriter. He is initiated by HH Girirja Swami, with whom he traveled as his assistant for several years when Mukunda Das was a bramachari. Hear about his journey in Krishna Consciousness and his insights into Hollywood and the filmmaking industry. \n\nFacebook: Nectar Talks Live & ISKCON Alachua\nYouTube: ISKCON Alachua Hare Krishna T...
EPISODE 9 Vegavati Dasi
June 02, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 49.7 MB[[:encoded, "Listen as Vegavati Devi Dasi takes us on a journey of her life beginning in Hawaii in the early 70’s. Hear her adventures on travelling sankirtan with Svarga Devi Dasi, and in India. Sri Sri Radha Damodara gave her shelter at Their lotus feet for many years in Gita Nagari. Learn about how Madan Gopal Das took shelter in her as his spiritual mother. \n \nFacebook: Nectar Talks Live & ISKCON Alachua\nYouTube: ISKCON Alachua Hare Krishna Temple & Nectar Talks \nYou can also hear...
EPISODE 8 Sanka Das
May 19, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 52.2 MB[[:encoded, "Get ready to hear some of Sanka prabhu’s wild stories in Krsna Consciousness! He’s been cooking for Yogeshvara Krsna for many many years and is ready to pass the torch. How is he going to do that? Learn about his views on family and how he is dealing with his terminal diagnosis, and much more.\n \nIn an effort to increase the frequency of our episodes, this is the first of a prerecorded episode which will alternate with Live ones."]] Thanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook...
NECTAR TALKS Episode 7
May 05, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 63.9 MBNectar Talks Episode 7 with Krishna House’s Nanda Nandana Dasi Nectar Talks hosts, Amrita-Keli Dasi and Namamrita Das, interview Nanda Nandana Dasi, the manager of Krishna Lunch at UF, Gainesville. Get ready to hear how Nanda Nandana Dasi found Krishna in the hardcore scene! Fasten your seatbelts as she takes us on her adventurous journey through decades of outreach. Hear about her passion for Krishna Lunch.
EPISODE 7 Nanda Nandana Dasi
May 05, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 48 MB[[:encoded, "Nectar Talks Episode 7 with Krishna House’s Nanda Nandana Dasi\n\nNectar Talks hosts, Amrita-Keli Dasi and Namamrita Das, interview Nanda Nandana Dasi, the manager of Krishna Lunch at UF, Gainesville. Get ready to hear how Nanda Nandana Dasi found Krishna in the hardcore scene! Fasten your seatbelts as she takes us on her adventurous journey through decades of outreach. Hear about her passion for Krishna Lunch."]] Thanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook, YouTube, Apple podc...
NECTAR TALKS Episode 6
April 02, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 61.8 MBIn this episode of Nectar Talks, Namamrita Das interviews Vrinda Devi Sheth and Annapurna Dasi as they take us on a journey through Vrinda Devi’s Trilogy, Sita’s Fire. Hear about their creative expression, unexpected healing and giving voice to the women of the Ramayana. Vrinda Devi describes finding her voice, balance and identity through it all.
EPISODE 6 Vrinda Devi Sheth & Annapurna Dasi
April 02, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 46.4 MB[[:encoded, "In this episode of Nectar Talks, Namamrita Das interviews Vrinda Devi Sheth and Annapurna Dasi as they take us on a journey through Vrinda Devi’s Trilogy, Sita’s Fire. Hear about their creative expression, unexpected healing and giving voice to the women of the Ramayana. Vrinda Devi describes finding her voice, balance and identity through it all."]] Thanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook, YouTube, Apple podcast and Spotify.
NECTAR TALKS Episode 5
March 01, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 83 MBNectar Talks hosts Gaura Shakti Das in this Episode. Along with his wife, Krishna Dhama, this husband, father, and professional has helped enliven our community for many years through his dedicated service to projects such as the Festival of the Holy Name, the Village of Vrndavana and many more. Hear about his experiences of growing up in ISKCON and how he manages to strike a balance between his career as a dentist and keeping his Bhakti alive.
EPISODE 5 Gaura Shakti Das
March 01, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 41.5 MB[[:encoded, "Nectar Talks hosts Gaura Shakti Das in this Episode. Along with his wife, Krishna Dhama, this husband, father, and professional has helped enliven our community for many years through his dedicated service to projects such as the Festival of the Holy Name, the Village of Vrndavana and many more. Hear about his experiences of growing up in ISKCON and how he manages to strike a balance between his career as a dentist and keeping his Bhakti alive."]] Thanks for listening! Follow us...
EPISODE 4 Akuti Dasi
February 03, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 45 MB[[:encoded, "How to have fun while gettin’ it done in Bhakti: A window into Akuti Dasi. Akuti Dasi is a one-of-a-kind devotee, dedicated to the arts of craftsmanship, sustainability, teaching and outreach. She's excited by fresh endeavors in Bhakti and wishes to deeply encourage the youth (and anyone else) to enjoy the heck out of serving Krishna and the world. Listen in as we dive into her adventurous past, current projects, and her future dreams."]] Thanks for listening! Follow us on Faceb...
NECTAR TALKS Episode 4
February 03, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 60 MBHow to have fun while gettin’ it done in Bhakti: A window into Akuti Dasi. Akuti Dasi is a one-of-a-kind devotee, dedicated to the arts of craftsmanship, sustainability, teaching and outreach. She's excited by fresh endeavors in Bhakti and wishes to deeply encourage the youth (and anyone else) to enjoy the heck out of serving Krishna and the world. Listen in as we dive into her adventurous past, current projects, and her future dreams.
EPISODE 3 Vrinda & Visvambhara Aguilera
January 06, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 40.2 MB[[:encoded, "Welcome to Nectar Talks, New Raman Reti’s very own live talk show. In this episode our hosts, Amrita-Keli Dasi and Namamrita Dasa, interviewed two pillars of our Alachua community, Vrinda and Visvambhara Aguilera. Learn about their lives and accomplishments, what makes them tick, their hopes and aspirations. Listen to the interview with this dynamic duo and get to know them more personally."]] Thanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook, YouTube, Apple podcast and Spotify.
NECTAR TALKS Episode 3
January 06, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 40.2 MBWelcome to Nectar Talks, New Raman Reti’s very own live talk show. In this episode our hosts, Amrita-Keli Dasi and Namamrita Dasa, interviewed two pillars of our Alachua community, Vrinda and Visvambhara Aguilera. Learn about their lives and accomplishments, what makes them tick, their hopes and aspirations. Listen to the interview with this dynamic duo and get to know them more personally.
EPISODE 2 Madhumati Dasi & Sesa Das
December 02, 2020 23:00 - 1 hour - 73.5 MB[[:encoded, "Welcome to “Nectar Talks”, New Raman Reti’s very own live talk show. Hopefully, you had a chance to view our introductory Episode 1. In the first live Episode 2 this week, we introduced you to our first mini series: New Raman Reti Couples. Amrita-Keli Dasi and Namamrita Das interviewed our dearly loved Madhumati Devi Dasi and Sesa Dasa. Listen to the interview with this dynamic duo, and get to know them more personally. Join us for our next live episode in early January. Happy li...
NECTAR TALKS Episode 2
December 02, 2020 23:00 - 1 hour - 97.9 MBWelcome to “Nectar Talks”, New Raman Reti’s very own live talk show. Hopefully, you had a chance to view our introductory Episode 1. In the first live Episode 2 this week, we introduced you to our first mini series: New Raman Reti Couples. Amrita-Keli Dasi and Namamrita Das interviewed our dearly loved Madhumati Devi Dasi and Sesa Dasa. Listen to the interview with this dynamic duo, and get to know them more personally. Join us for our next live episode in early January. Happy listening!
EPISODE 1 Welcome to the Show
November 05, 2020 00:00 - 11 minutes - 8.01 MB[[:encoded, "Welcome to the show! Amrita-Keli dasi and Namamrita das"]] Thanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook, YouTube, Apple podcast and Spotify.
NECTAR TALKS Episode 1
November 05, 2020 00:00 - 11 minutes - 26.6 MBWelcome to the show! Amrita-Keli dasi and Namamrita das