
Michael Gungor (Vishnu Dass) explores how clinging to our most important stories imprisons us in suffering. Freedom is simply loving THIS.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 39 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | SpiritualityBuddhismReligion & Spirituality | |||

This episode is a continuation of the "Magnificat" series, where Michael Gungor does a deep dive on every song of his new Gungor album, Magnificat. This week's song: "This is Love".
To understand this song fully, one must understand "Play"--an exper... more
Michael Gungor reflects on seeing three crosses with a political banner and uses the image to explore the song "I Am," the meaning of Jesus (Yeshua), the I AM mantra, and how religion and empire distorted a message of love. He combines musical behind... more
Michael Gungor recounts a shamanic sexual healing retreat and explores the ideas behind his song "Like Hallelujah" from the album Magnificat.
He argues for a third way between repression and indulgence—sacred sexuality as a guided life force—draws o... more
In this episode, Michael Gungor explores the song "Burdens," tracing its origin from a Mystic Hymnal retreat through LA wildfires, Bell's palsy, and time alone in the Sequoia forest. He shares how personal pain, community rejection, and the healing a... more
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Driving on the 101 this morning, Pacific ocean to my right, I listened to the 1st two episodes of the Magnificat series for the 2nd time, and I was rocked again. Michael, I love your music! And your musings. It’s too hard to talk about you without first writing that to you. About the episodes, they’re so magnificent in giving insight into the genesis of the album, and i’m brought into the swirl of creation, artistry, and consciousness in listening to them.
As a healer who’s in the midst of redi... more
I really loved what you had to say !!!
I look forward to listening to some others ⭐️⭐️⭐️
Having seen the small outbreak of rhetoric in a certain group, astutely discerned by VD/MG, I sincerely wonder and hope that all parties of the kerfuffle are healing and addressing the narcissism that has been brought to the fore. Which, I should also say that it isn’t that pathological sort of narcissism that I speak of, but what can well up from any/everyone and may come as a result of a cancelling/silencing space in addition to emotional turmoil. It is rather sad to see the variety of account... more
I love this podcast so much. It’s so interesting and peaceful.
Love listening to your work, MG!
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This podcast centers around the exploration of spirituality, personal growth, and the intricate relationship between story and suffering. Through reflective narratives and musical insights, the host examines themes of freedom, acceptance, and the complexity of human experience. Listeners are invited to consider how the stories they hold can either liberate or confine them, shifting perspectives to embrace life's present moments. With a focus on concepts drawn from various spiritual traditions, the podcast is notable for its blend of philosophical depth and accessible conversation style, making it a unique offering for those seeking deeper understanding and connection in their spiritual journeys.
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