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World Spirituality with Rev. Paul John Roach

670 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 16 ratings

Host 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

Conscious Confidence with Sarah Mane

March 10, 2020 23:00 - 54 minutes - 38 MB

Use Sanskrit wisdom to find clarity and success with teacher and Sanskrit scholar Sarah Mane.

Wake Up!

March 04, 2020 01:00 - 54 minutes - 38 MB

Break the generational cycle and be yourself with speaker, life coach, and interfaith minister Janet Ellis.

Tarot and the Gates of Light—A Kabbalistic Path to Liberation

February 26, 2020 01:00 - 54 minutes - 38 MB

Author and kabbalist Mark Horn incorporates tarot with Jewish mysticism to illuminate a path to enlightenment.

Healthy Partnerships for Enlightened Living

February 19, 2020 01:00 - 54 minutes - 38 MB

Rev. Paul John Roach and his wife, Wendy, discuss the joys, pitfalls, and lessons of a committed relationship.

CARE for AIDS

February 05, 2020 01:00 - 54 minutes

Listen to an interview with CARE for AIDS founder and activist Justin Miller about his work operating 61 centers in Kenya and Tanzania in areas that have been hit hardest by HIV/AIDS.

Aspects of Love 4

January 29, 2020 01:00 - 54 minutes

Author and professor Stephen G. Post discusses his book God and Love on Route 80: The Hidden Mystery of Human Connectedness.

Aspects of Love 3

January 22, 2020 01:00 - 54 minutes

Author, editor, and expert on Western esoteric traditions Richard Smoley discusses his book A Theology of Love: Reimagining Christianity Through A Course in Miracles and how to create a spirituality based on love, not fear.

Aspects of Love 2

January 15, 2020 01:00 - 54 minutes

New York Times best-selling author Robyn Spizman discusses her book Loving Out Loud: The Power of a Kind Word.

Aspects of Love 1

January 08, 2020 01:00 - 52 minutes

Former Buddhist nun, author, meditation teacher, and cook Gesshin Claire Greenwood discusses her book Just Enough: Vegan Recipes and Stories from Japan’s Buddhist Temples.

The Art of Is with Stephen Nachmanovitch

December 11, 2019 01:00 - 54 minutes

Improvising as a way of life with improvisational violinist Stephen Nachmanovitch. Learn how to live a more creative life.

My Experiment with Gravity

December 04, 2019 01:00 - 54 minutes

Rex Finfgeld author of My Experiment with Gravity, shares his story about his near-death experience, the spiritual awakening that followed, and his desire to inspire others to live remarkable lives.

An Hour with Daniel Nahmod and Richard Mekdeci

November 26, 2019 19:00 - 54 minutes

Daniel Nahmod and Richard Mekdeci talk about the 15th Annual emPower Music Festival coming to Unity Village on April 29–May 3, 2020, and all the exciting events and musicians that will be there.

Letters to a Dead Friend about Zen

November 20, 2019 01:00 - 54 minutes

Prolific writer, Zen master, and punk musician Brad Warner talks about the practical truths lurking in the Zen tradition.

In Good Faith: Questioning Religion and Atheism

November 13, 2019 01:00 - 54 minutes

Scott A. Shay, the chairman of Signature Bank of New York and practicing Jew, talks about his fascinating new book, In Good Faith: Questioning Religion and Atheism, about the viability of faith in a secular world.

The Angel Experiment

November 06, 2019 01:00 - 54 minutes

Author, psychotherapist, and healer Corin Grillo presents her 21-day magical adventure to heal your life.

Developing Supersensible Perception

October 29, 2019 23:00 - 54 minutes

Knowledge of the higher worlds through eathogens, prayer, and nondual awareness with author and researcher Shelli Renee Joye, Ph.D.

An Hour with Unity Minister Rev. Tim Lytle

October 22, 2019 23:00 - 54 minutes

Tim shares his spiritual journey and his deep interest in Hindu spiritual understanding.

Anything Can Be Healed

October 15, 2019 23:00 - 54 minutes

The body mirror system of healing with chakras created by healer Martin Brofman and shared by his wife, Annick Brofman.

Skipping the Life Fantastic

October 08, 2019 23:00 - 54 minutes

In addition to being senior publicist at New World Library, Kim “Skipper” Corbin has been encouraging adults to rediscover the joys of skipping via iSkip.com for more than 20 years. In this uplifting interview, she shares the surprising benefits of putting an extra skip in our step and explores some of the insights she's gained from saying yes to her calling and inviting the world to skip.

Beneath the Surface

October 01, 2019 23:00 - 49 minutes

A teen’s guide to reaching out when you or your friend is in crisis with author and grief recovery specialist Kristi Hugstad.

Love in Every Breath

September 24, 2019 23:00 - 54 minutes

Tonglen meditation for transforming pain into joy with psychotherapist, spiritual teacher, and coach Lama Palden Drolma, one of the first Western lamas.

Legends of the Grail and Wisdom of Avalon

September 10, 2019 23:00 - 57 minutes

Award-winning author Ayn Cates Sullivan talks about the divine feminine in the ancient British and Celtic traditions in a way that speaks to us today.

Tibetan Yoga Principles and Practices

September 03, 2019 23:00 - 57 minutes

Explorer, initiate, author, and exhibition curator Ian A. Baker talks about his sumptuous, lavishly illustrated, and wise book.

More Together Than Alone

August 27, 2019 23:00 - 57 minutes

Discovering the power and spirit of community in our lives and in our world with internationally acclaimed author and poet Mark Nepo.

Gita—A Timeless Guide for Our Time

August 20, 2019 23:00 - 57 minutes

Medical doctor, researcher, and longtime practitioner of yoga and meditation Isaac Bentwich talks about his new verse translation of India’s great scripture, the Bhagavad Gita.

Mind-Spirit Detox

August 13, 2019 23:00 - 57 minutes

Reboot, reset, and recharge with 40 beautiful practices to deepen your openness with Spirit with author and coach Richard Anderson.

The Seven Elemental Forces of Huna

August 06, 2019 23:00 - 57 minutes

Author, naturopath, and huna teacher Susanne Weikl shares practices for tapping into the energies of nature from the Hawaiian tradition.

Finding Deep Peace

July 30, 2019 23:00 - 57 minutes

Tune in for another in an ongoing series of dialogues with Paul and his wife Wendy. Today they look at staying calm and centered even in tough times.

Transcendent Wisdom of the Maya

July 23, 2019 23:00 - 57 minutes

Learn about the ceremonies and symbolism of a living tradition with anthropologist and Maya shaman-priestess Gabriela Jurosz-Landa.

The Seven Secret Powers of the Heart

July 16, 2019 23:00 - 57 minutes

A practical guide to living in trust and love with chakra expert, author, and teacher Shai Tubali.

Healing Journeys with the Black Madonna

July 09, 2019 23:00 - 57 minutes

Discover chants, music, and sacred practices of the great Goddess with world-renowned percussionist, singer, dancer, and actress Alessandra Belloni.

Negotiating the Spirit World with the Nepalese Shamanic Path

July 02, 2019 23:00 - 57 minutes

Paul John Roach explores the Nepalese shamanic path—practices for negotiating the spirit world with internationally recognized shamanic healer, teacher, and author Evelyn C. Rysdyk.

Instructions for Spiritual Living

June 25, 2019 23:00 - 57 minutes

Our host talks with Jeff Cox, longtime student of Paul Brunton, about Brunton’s ongoing spiritual legacy.  

What I Believe and Live

June 18, 2019 23:00 - 57 minutes

Another in our ongoing series talking with Unity ministers. This week I interview Rev. Karyn Bradley.

Interfaith and Unity, Part 2

June 11, 2019 23:00 - 57 minutes

Compassion and social justice with Unity ministers Revs. Jan Chase and Kelly Isola.

Interfaith and Unity, Part 1

June 04, 2019 23:00 - 57 minutes

How Unity dovetails into the interfaith movement, with Unity ministers Revs. Victoria Etchemendy and Ahriana Platten.

Contemplative Studies

May 28, 2019 23:00 - 57 minutes

Professors Mark Dennis and Andy Fort discuss the burgeoning contemplative studies movement.

Cannabis in Spiritual Practice

May 21, 2019 23:00 - 56 minutes

The ecstasy of Shiva, the calm of Buddha with author and director of the Institute for Embodiment Training, Will Johnson.  

Literary Portals to Prayer

May 14, 2019 23:00 - 57 minutes

Professor Darren Middleton discusses his book comparing passages by the novelist George Eliot with selections from the Message version of the Bible.

Living a Life of Harmony

May 07, 2019 23:00 - 57 minutes

Seven guidelines for cultivating peace and kindness with author, teacher, and mindfulness practitioner Darren Cockburn.

Ask, Seek, Knock

April 30, 2019 23:00 - 57 minutes

Paul discusses the keys to manifestation using the wisdom of Jesus and the Buddha.  

Snapshot of Religion in the U.S.

April 23, 2019 23:00 - 56 minutes

Explore the sociological dimensions of religion, Catholicism, social change, and more with author and commentator Dr. Tricia Bruce.

Loving Through Your Differences

April 16, 2019 23:00 - 56 minutes

Learn how to build strong relationships from separate realities with internationally recognized conflict resolution consultant and trainer James L. Creighton.

Signs From the Other Side

April 09, 2019 23:00 - 53 minutes

Open yourself to the spirit world with psychic medium Bill Philipps. Bill’s mission is to help people deal with their grief and discover a sense of peace.

The Mother Mantra

April 02, 2019 23:00 - 57 minutes

Discover the ancient shamanic yoga of nonduality with author and meditation leader Selene Calloni Williams.

The Jewel of Abundance

March 26, 2019 23:00 - 57 minutes

Finding prosperity through the ancient wisdom of yoga with Ellen Grace O’Brian, minister, teacher, radio host, author, and poet.

Feeling Better

March 19, 2019 23:00 - 54 minutes

Beat depression and improve your relationships with interpersonal psychotherapy with psychologist Cindy Stulberg.

Soul Dog

March 12, 2019 23:00 - 57 minutes

A journey into the spiritual life of animals by award-winning director/writer/producer Elena Mannes.

The Secret of Successful Retirement

March 06, 2019 01:00 - 57 minutes

Paul and his wife Wendy share their tips and insights for life after a working career.

A Letter From Abroad

February 27, 2019 01:00 - 57 minutes

Paul and his wife Wendy report in from the island of La Palma in the Canary Islands off the coast of Africa.

Books

The Meaning of Life
2 Episodes
Happily Ever After
1 Episode
Point of Origin
1 Episode
The White House
1 Episode