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Ancient Futures

Daniel Simpson
Yoga
Buddhism
Bhagavad Gita
Bhagavad Gītā
Devotion
Dharma
Historical Context
Philosophy
The Nirvana Express
Caste System
Addiction
Somerset Maugham
The Spiritual Tourist
Mahakumbha Mela
Mindfulness
Patañjali
Non-Dual Vedanta
Recovery Dharma
Osho
Ramana Maharshi

Timeless wisdom for modern dilemmas, combining yoga philosophy, practical insight and critical thinking. Hosted by Daniel Simpson. ancientfutures.substack.com

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What distinguishes contemporary breath-control from earlier prāṇāyāma? 💨

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What distinguishes fiction from facts? John le Carré is renowned for Cold War spy thrillers, yet over half his books were published after 1990 and they tackled modern issues that he had to research. A new exhibition in Oxford documents his methods, ... more

What was the impact of the Osho / Rajneesh cult on the families of members? Why might some people struggle to heal old wounds? To what extent is abuse of children still unacknowledged? How can telling one’s story facilitate recovery?

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What might scholars learn from yoga practitioners, as well as vice versa? To what extent do their worldviews differ? Are their methods of inquiry compatible? Since many academics also practise yoga, as well as educating teachers via courses and train... more

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Lena Kraler
Author of 'Yoga Breath, Prāṇa and Prāṇāyāma in Early Modern Yoga'
Episode: Breath Cultivation – Lena Kraler
Michela Wrong
Author and journalist known for her books about Africa
Episode: Le Carré in Action – Michela Wrong
Lily Dunn
Author of 'Into Being' and 'Sins of My Father', explores the complex relationship with her father who was part of the Rajneesh cult.
Episode: Transformative Stories – Lily Dunn
Anjali Rao
Author of Yoga as Embodied Resistance, exploring feminist insights into yoga history
Episode: Embodied Resistance – Anjali Rao
Hannah Lucas
Scholar of contemplative literature and author of a book about Julian of Norwich
Episode: Shall All Be Well? – Hannah Lucas
Richard Davis
Emeritus professor of religion at Bard College and author of 'Religions of Early India, A Cultural History'
Bard College
Episode: Evolving Traditions – Richard Davis
Jessica Frazier
Lecturer at Oxford University and a fellow of the Oxford Centre for Hindu Studies, focused on Indian philosophy and phenomenology.
University of Oxford
Episode: Moulding Minds – Jessica Frazier
JS Rafaeli
Author of two books about the war on drugs, advocating for changes in drug policy
Episode: Harm Reduction – JS Rafaeli
Mark Vernon
Therapist and author, focused on illuminating inner life.
Episode: Awake Like Blake – Mark Vernon

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Daniel Simpson
Host exploring the relevance of ancient teachings in today's world, emphasizing a blend of yoga philosophy with practical insights and critical engagement.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 48 ratings
  • Always a great listen.

    Daniel has such interesting guests and conversations around yoga, and is always very respectful. He asks some great questions, giving them time to respond, and never interrupting their flow. I always look forward to the next podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
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    NakedYogi
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Listeners praise the engaging conversations and the respect shown towards guests, highlighting the host's thoughtful questioning style. Many express appreciation for the depth of topics covered, particularly around yoga and spirituality. There's a general sentiment of anticipation for new episodes, indicating a dedicated follower base.

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Le Carré in Action – Michela Wrong
Q: What insights did you gain about the region during your time there?
Michela shares the complex history of Congo and its current challenges, particularly related to external powers exploiting its resources.
Le Carré in Action – Michela Wrong
Q: How did your collaboration with John le Carré begin?
Michela explains how she was approached by David Cornwell to discuss a story set in Congo, leading to their collaboration.
Natural Harmony? – Daniel Simpson
Q: Is it just because the word Yoga has been interpreted, and therefore, let's make it mean that?
Yes, it's not a new thing, and it stems from the Upanishads where the concept of Atman and Brahman was established.
Natural Harmony? – Daniel Simpson
Q: How did Tantra know these visions?
Tantra has a more world-embracing perspective because it says there's nothing to escape. It is all just energy.
Evolving Traditions – Richard Davis
Q: What can we all learn from an engagement with the religious ideas and practices formulated in ancient India?
Davis emphasizes the historical interest in the ancient practices and how they have evolved, encouraging modern practitioners to understand the roots of their yoga and meditation practices.

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4. Anjali Rao
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8. JS Rafaeli

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