World Spirituality with Rev. Paul John Roach
670 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsHost Paul John Roach and his guests find the mystical core and explore the perennial philosophy amidst the infinite variety of the world’s religions and spiritual traditions. Paul emphasizes the practical application of spiritual wisdom imparted from poets, writers, philosophers, mystics, and scriptures in order to foster a deeper awareness and understanding in our everyday lives. Explore over 650 shows with thought leaders and spiritual teachers. #PaulJohnRoach.com
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Episodes
Keeping the Spirit Alive
June 02, 2009 23:00 - 54 minutesNurturing mysticism and the numinous in liturgical and ritualized traditions, with Rabbi Ralph Mecklenburger.
The Phenomenon of Rastafarianism, Part II, With Darren Middleton
May 26, 2009 23:00 - 56 minutesDr. Darren Middleton is an acknowledged expert in the Rastafarian phenomenon. Join us in this two-part series where we explore the origins, traditions, music and spirituality of this highly influential group.
The Phenomenon of Rastafarianism, With Darren Middleton
May 19, 2009 23:00 - 55 minutesDr. Darren Middleton is an acknowledged expert in the Rastafarian phenomenon. Join us in this two-part series where we explore the origins, traditions, music and spirituality of this highly influential group.
Mahatma Gandhi, With Andy Fort and Mark Dennis
May 12, 2009 23:00 - 53 minutesIn this program, we look at some of the myths surrounding Mahatma Gandhi, his message and power, and his meaning for us today.
Christ Consciousness, Part II, With Michael Mirdad
May 05, 2009 23:00 - 56 minutesWhat Christ Consciousness is and how to achieve it.
Christ Consciousness, With Michael Mirdad
April 28, 2009 23:00 - 55 minutesWhat Christ Consciousness is and how to achieve it.
Myth and Meaning, Part III: The Hero’s Journey, With Peter Bolland and Mark Dennis
April 21, 2009 23:00 - 54 minutesIn this three-week series, we look at the power of myth to explore, elucidate and give meaning to the events of our lives. The myths themselves are fascinating. Their relevance to our life experience is equally insightful.
Myth and Meaning, Part II: Gods and Goddesses, With Peter Bolland
April 14, 2009 23:00 - 55 minutesIn this three-week series, we look at the power of myth to explore, elucidate and give meaning to the events of our lives. The myths themselves are fascinating. Their relevance to our life experience is equally insightful.
Myth and Meaning, Part I: The Four Functions of Myth, With Peter Bolland
April 07, 2009 23:00 - 55 minutesIn this three-week series, we look at the power of myth to explore, elucidate and give meaning to the events of our lives. The myths themselves are fascinating. Their relevance to our life experience is equally insightful.
Terror and Violence in the Name of Religion, Part II
March 31, 2009 23:00 - 54 minutesWith today’s guest, Mark Dennis, we continue the discussion on terror and explore root causes and some possible solutions. Dennis is an assistant professor of East Asian religions at Texas Christian University and has lived in Japan and India.
Terror and Violence in the Name of Religion, Part I
March 24, 2009 23:00 - 55 minutesWith today’s guest, Mark Dennis, we explore the rationale for the use of violence in the name of religion with particular focus on the Mumbai attacks. Dennis is an assistant professor of East Asian religions at Texas Christian University and has lived in Japan and India.
Spiritual Relationships, Part II
March 17, 2009 23:00 - 54 minutesHow to come together, as equals, for the purpose of spiritual growth and create a synergy which leads to happiness and more successful relationships. Guest Jeff Scholl is a certified spiritual life coach.
Spiritual Relationships, Part I
March 10, 2009 23:00 - 56 minutesHow to come together, as equals, for the purpose of spiritual growth and create a synergy which leads to happiness and more successful relationships. Guest Jeff Scholl is a certified spiritual life coach.
Politics and Spirituality, Part 2
March 04, 2009 01:00 - 55 minutesJoin in for today’s discussion with my guest, Rev. Scott Schell, about how to be politically engaged and spiritually centered.
Politics and Spirituality, Part 1
February 25, 2009 01:00 - 55 minutesJoin in for today’s discussion with my guest, Rev. Scott Schell, about how to be politically engaged and spiritually centered.
Nonviolent Peace Practices
February 18, 2009 01:00 - 56 minutesJoin in for a discussion of nonviolent peace practices for healing a violent world, with guest Owen Kinser, a teacher of Nonviolent Communication.
Spirituality Is Sexy
February 11, 2009 01:00 - 56 minutesJoin Rev. Paul John Roach and guest Pamela McQuade for a discussion on how to put passion and vigor into your spiritual life.
The Gospel of Thomas, Part 3
February 04, 2009 01:00 - 58 minutesAn in-depth look at the spiritual and metaphysical significance of this ancient text, with Rev. Ellen Grace O’Brian and Peter Bolland.
The Gospel of Thomas, Part 2
January 28, 2009 01:00 - 58 minutesAn in-depth look at the spiritual and metaphysical significance of this ancient text, with Rev. Ellen Grace O’Brian and Peter Bolland.
The Gospel of Thomas, Part 1
January 21, 2009 01:00 - 57 minutesAn in-depth look at the spiritual and metaphysical significance of this ancient text, with Rev. Ellen Grace O’Brian and Peter Bolland.
What Is Zen Enlightenment?
January 14, 2009 01:00 - 58 minutesRuben Habito joins us again to answer the profound questions, What is Zen Enlightenment? And how is it attained?
Spiritual Practice and Socio-Ecological Engagement
January 07, 2009 01:00 - 57 minutesHow to connect our personal spiritual path with meaningful living and compassionate service in our world. With guest Ruben Habito.
The Origins of Christmas, Hanukkah and Other Winter Festivals
December 24, 2008 01:00 - 58 minutesEver wondered how Christian, Jewish, and pagan festivals came to be? Join me and Brite Divinity School student Kevin Bradley and take an insightful, practical and sometimes humorous look at their meaning for us today.
The Aramaic Jesus
December 17, 2008 01:00 - 58 minutesExplore the teachings of Jesus through an understanding of the original language of Jesus and its metaphysical meaning, with Rev. Paul John Roach and guest Dale Allen Hoffman.
The Lotus Still Blooms, Part 3
December 10, 2008 01:00 - 56 minutesSacred Buddhist teachings for the Western mind; Part 3 in a three-week discussion of Rev. Joan Gattuso’s new book, The Lotus Still Blooms.
The Lotus Still Blooms, Part 2
December 03, 2008 01:00 - 57 minutesSacred Buddhist teachings for the Western mind; Part 2 in a three-week discussion of Rev. Joan Gattuso’s new book, The Lotus Still Blooms.
The Lotus Still Blooms, Part 1
November 26, 2008 01:00 - 57 minutesUnity minister Joan Gattuso discusses The Lotus Still Blooms, her new book about sacred Buddhist teachings for the Western mind.
Environmental Activism
November 19, 2008 01:00 - 55 minutesHow to be active in protecting the planet without being bitter. Dr Gary Stuard, who spent four years with Thich Nhat Hanh and is the founder of the Dallas-based Interfaith Environmental Alliance, will be the guest.
The Way of Huna
November 12, 2008 01:00 - 55 minutesHuna Founder Serge King will explain the ancient, yet ever new, Hawaiian spiritual system called Huna.
Non-Duality and Self-Inquiry
November 05, 2008 01:00 - 56 minutes"Ways to Enter the Presence of Spirit," with John Freese, meditator and seeker, who spends nine months each year in an ashram in Southern India.
Sacred Ritual
October 28, 2008 23:00 - 56 minutesA look at ways in which ritual practices can enhance our spiritual journey, with Rudolf Harst.
Living the Authentic Life, part 2
October 21, 2008 23:00 - 56 minutesHow to embrace controversy without hostility, with Dr. Mark Dennis.
Living the Authentic Life, Part 1
October 14, 2008 23:00 - 1 hourHow to balance ego and spiritual awareness, with Dr. Mark Dennis.
The Spiritual and Healing Qualities of Laughter
October 07, 2008 23:00 - 55 minutesWith Steve Bhaerman, aka Swami Beyondananda.
Acceptance, part 2
September 30, 2008 23:00 - 56 minutesThe second in a two-part series with Rev. Scott Schell on the theme of acceptance—what is it and how does it figure in world spirituality?
Acceptance, part 1
September 23, 2008 23:00 - 58 minutesThe first in a two-part series with Rev. Scott Schell on the theme of acceptance—what is it and how does it figure in world spirituality?
Ecology and Spirituality
September 16, 2008 23:00 - 56 minutesPlanet Earth is one interconnected ecosystem. Today we explore deep ecology, its meaning and significance, and how different religions understand it. Martin Tull of the Northwest Earth Institute is this week’s guest.
The Tao Te Ching
September 09, 2008 23:00 - 56 minutesThe Tao Te Ching is 81 short chapters that have been called "the wisest book in the world." Peter Bolland, professor, musician, and Unity member, is my guest.
The Bhagavad Gita
September 02, 2008 23:00 - 56 minutesExploring the meaning of India’s great text, The Bhagavad Gita, and its universal significance for all people with Peter Bolland, professor, musician, and Unity minister.
The Sacred Body
August 26, 2008 23:00 - 56 minutesAndrew Harvey, mystical scholar, Rumi translator and spiritual teacher, joins Rev. Paul John Roach to discuss his upcoming book, The Hope: The 7 Powers of Sacred Activism. In this third program, the final of the three-week series, we will be exploring the Sacred Body.
The Dark Feminine
August 19, 2008 23:00 - 56 minutesAndrew Harvey, mystical scholar, Rumi translator and spiritual teacher, joins Rev. Paul John Roach to discuss his upcoming book, The Hope: The 7 Powers of Sacred Activism. In this program, we will discuss the Dark Feminine: Embracing Chaos and Horror and the Dark Night of the Species.
Sacred Activism
August 12, 2008 23:00 - 51 minutesAndrew Harvey, mystical scholar, Rumi translator and spiritual teacher, joins Rev. Paul John Roach to discuss his upcoming book, The Hope: The 7 Powers of Sacred Activism. This is the first of a three-week series with Harvey, and in this program, we will explore Sacred Activism: Taking Global Responsibility.
More Spiritual Poetry
August 05, 2008 23:00 - 56 minutesManuel Alvear, an English teacher and poet, will be a featured guest with Rev. Paul John this week. He will share his favorite poems that inspire, uplift and heal.
Everyday Spirituality
July 29, 2008 23:00 - 55 minutesHow to maintain a spiritual practice in the hectic life of a house holder: Peter Rooney, a school teacher and long-time practioner of meditation, shares his insights.
Our Awakening World
July 22, 2008 23:00 - 55 minutesRev. Ellen Grace O’Brian, the minister for the Center for Spiritual Enlightenment in San Jose, California, and active in the Parliament of the World’s Religions, will discuss “Our Awakening World: What Is Our part in It?” She will focus on the influence of East/West and the influence of Eastern religions on New Thought, as well as her experiences with the Parliament of the World’s Religions.
Spiritual Pilgrimages
July 15, 2008 23:00 - 56 minutesIn this program we investigate the nuts and bolts of going on a spiritual pilgrimage. Joining the discussion will be Andrea Pinkham, who specializes in taking people on spiritual journeys to sacred places around the world.
The Possibilities of Pitfalls of Working With a Spiritual Teacher
July 08, 2008 23:00 - 57 minutesJohn Kain, author of the new book, A Rare and Precious Thing: The Possibilities and Pitfalls of Working With a Spiritual Teacher, will share his knowledge and understanding of ways to effectively benefit from a relationship with a spiritual teacher.
Paramhansa Yogananda: As I Knew Him
July 01, 2008 23:00 - 58 minutesToday’s guest is Roy Eugene Davis, spiritual teacher and disciple of the great Indian guru Paramhansa Yogananda. He will share his memories and insights and how the guru/disciple relationship can help us on the spiritual path.
How Much Fun Is Your Religion?
June 24, 2008 23:00 - 56 minutesReligion is often seen as a serious matter. Yet humor is also a powerful way to help move our awareness from head to heart. Come explore with me the great spiritual humorists of the world’s faith traditions. My guest today is a fellow Unity.FM program host, Jim Gaither.
What Religions Say About Change
June 17, 2008 23:00 - 55 minutesThe old truism states that “the only constant is change.” Often we fear change because it threatens our seeming security. Yet change gives us new opportunities and new insight. See how religions handle the difficult yet universal subject of change.