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Guru Viking Podcast

Guru Viking
Buddhism
Meditation
Tibetan Buddhism
Spirituality
Mindfulness
Enlightenment
Poetry
Awakening
Mental Health
Vajrayana Buddhism
Chaos Magic
Alchemy
Zen Buddhism
Taoism
Dzogchen
Sufism
Dharma
Neuroscience
Nehwar Buddhism
Chan Buddhism

The Guru Viking Podcast specialises in in-depth interviews with remarkable figures in the fields of meditation, spirituality, and religion.

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In this episode, filmed in the city of London, I am joined by Har-Prakash Khalsa, artist, meditation teacher, and senior student and archivist of American meditation teacher Shinzen Young. Har-Prakash takes a walk through London drawing on the sights... more

In this episode I am joined by Graham Nicholls, a leading teacher and writer of out of body experiences (OBE). Graham recalls his working class upbringing in London, his unusual schooling in a Marxist-Feminist school, and reflects at length about the... more

In this episode I am once again joined by Leigh Brasington, Buddhist meditation teacher and author of “Right Concentration, A Practical Guide to the Jhanas”. Leigh discusses his new book “Love, Compassion, Joy, Equanimity: The Brahma Viharas – Suttas... more

In this episode I am joined by Peter Kelly, independent spiritual teacher and author of “The Phoenix Birth” and “The Saturated Breath”. Peter recalls his troubled childhood, struggles with crime and addiction, imprisonment, and subsequent spiritual q... more

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Recent Guests

Graham Nicholls
Leading teacher and writer on out-of-body experiences and related esoteric topics
Independent researcher and author
Episode: Ep379: Chaos Magick & Astral Travel - Graham Nicholls
Peter Kelly
Independent spiritual teacher and author
Independent teacher
Episode: Ep377: Gnosis, Initiation, & Esoteric Traditions - Peter Kelly
Stuart Camps
Devotee of Adi Da Samraj, long-time zoo curator, author of Lightning Thunder Cows
Adi Da Samraj lineage, Fear No More Zoo
Episode: Ep376: Adi Da’s Zookeeper - Stuart Camps
Dr. Ben Joffe
Anthropologist and scholar-practitioner of Tibetan Buddhism
Independent researcher
Episode: Ep375: Meditation Sickness - Dr Ben Joffe
Raya Thorne
Occultist, Psychic and Spiritual Mentor
Episode: Ep374: Occult Encounters - Raya Thorne
Samuel Bercholz
Senior Tibetan Buddhist teacher, publisher, and author
Shambhala Publications
Episode: Ep373: Rude Awakenings - Samuel Bercholz
James Ellis
Independent researcher, writer, host of Hermitix Podcast, founder of The Hermitage
Hermitage / Hermitix
Episode: Ep372: Hermitix - James Ellis
Lama Glenn Mullin
Spiritual teacher, Tibetologist, and author of over 30 books on Buddhism
Independent scholar / Buddhist teacher
Episode: Ep369: Esoteric Pharping - Lama Glenn Mullin
Dr Francisco José Luis
Scholar of Indo-Iranian studies and comparator of religion
Academic (SOAS/Paris/Sorbonne background)
Episode: Ep368: Aristocracy of the Soul - Dr Francisco José Luis

Hosts

Steve James
Host of the Guru Viking Podcast; renowned interviewer of meditation and spiritual teachers.
Nat
Guest/host variant involved in related spirituality-focused programs.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 398 ratings
  • One of the best interviewers in the business

    What a treat to hear these stories facilitated by Steve 🌅

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Blueutpala
    United Statesa month ago
  • Therese

    So much wisdom here, thank you for offering so many perspectives of the path.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Malmöbo82
    Sweden10 months ago
  • A library full of great teachers

    Steve seems to have built up a great network of connections, as I'm frequently surprised to get to know yet another great teacher through this interview series.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jenrnbticiaooq
    United Statesa year ago
  • Interesting and varied

    Steve is reliably insightful, challenging in the best possible way, and an all round tip top narrowboater .

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Simon @@@
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Fantastic, brilliant

    True spirituality, in the sense of curiosity and discovery, driven by kindness. Steve is a masterful interviewer and it’s a blessing to hear his conversations with so many wise people.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PrivUX Sleuth
    Singapore2 years ago

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Listeners praise the host for thoughtful, insightful questions and deep dives into spiritual topics.
The show is valued for its open-minded exploration of diverse spiritual traditions and critical discussions about guru culture.
Guests are consistently high-caliber and the conversations feel grounded and practical.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep373: Rude Awakenings - Samuel Bercholz
Q: Why did his death remove the skepticism about Trungpa Rinpoche for you?
Because Trungpa Rinpoche spent every day of his life helping others, and his death was the passing of a body, not the disappearance of the realization and the lineage he embodied; the truth of what he imparted remained, transforming doubt into trust.
Ep368: Aristocracy of the Soul - Dr Francisco José Luis
Q: You've spoken about the role of tradition and the idea of an aristocracy of the soul. How do you see this translating into modern education and society?
The guest argues for an education that nourishes virtue, discipline, and spiritual strength rather than mere technical or utilitarian outcomes, emphasizing a holistic model where agriculture, craftsmanship, and martial arts are integrated to form individuals who can lead by personal example and uphold dharma.
Ep362: Goddess Encounters - Delson Armstrong
Q: Could you perhaps give us a sense of what the Mirror Beyond Mind article is about?
The piece investigates consciousness from multiple traditions, arguing that consciousness isn't a single frontier and exploring non-manifestative and paraconscious dimensions to suggest a broader, more inclusive view of awareness.
Steve James Interviewed on the Clear Mountain Monastery Podcast
Q: How do you navigate topics like duality versus non-duality in interviews?
Steve discusses recognizing the pitfalls and strengths of both paths, and the need to tailor guidance to the individual while acknowledging the variety in spiritual paths.
Steve James Interviewed on the Clear Mountain Monastery Podcast
Q: What is your approach to interviewing, especially with long-form sessions and repeated guests?
He emphasizes preparation, listening, and following threads that guests hint at, rather than sticking rigidly to a preset question list.

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What is Guru Viking Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The program features in-depth conversations with leading meditation teachers, tantric scholars, and spiritual thinkers across Buddhism, Hinduism, Tantra, and occult traditions. The host guides long-form interviews that blend personal journeys, practice-oriented insights, and critical reflections on transmission, guru-disciple dynamics, and the socio-political implications of spiritual movements. Episodes commonly explore authenticity, lineage, and practical paths for awakening, often balancing scholarly discussion with intimate memoir-like storytelling. A notable strength is consistently high-caliber guests who are deeply versed in practice and theory, paired with a thoughtful, probing interview style that aims to illuminate how ancient wis... more

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1. Graham Nicholls
2. Peter Kelly
3. Stuart Camps
4. Dr. Ben Joffe
5. Raya Thorne
6. Samuel Bercholz
7. James Ellis
8. Lama Glenn Mullin

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