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Sounds of SAND invites listeners into a contemplative journey through the infinite cycles of existence - from its raw beauty to its deepest mysteries, from its intricate complexity to its profound wonder. Through intimate conversations, thought-provoking interviews, poetic readings, and carefully curated music, we weave together ancient wisdom with lived experience, creating a tapestry of sound th... more

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We are resharing this episode in memory of Michael Harrison, who passed away on April 17, 2026. He was 67.

In this episode, we discuss the life and work of musician and Sufi teacher Hazrat Inayat Khan with composer/pianist and Inayat Khan scholar Mi... more

This is the second gathering in SAND's ongoing series on AI and the human spirit — and it takes a deliberately different rhythm. Rather than asking "is AI safe?" or "will it take our jobs?", Tiokasin Ghosthorse and Pooja Prema invite us to slow down ... more

Originally recorded at Science and Nonduality, 2021

Pat McCabe, also known as Woman Stands Shining, is a Diné elder, ceremonial prayer leader, and international speaker adopted into the Lakota spiritual way of life. In this conversation hosted by Ly... more

Persian Poetry, Radical Love, and the Soul of Iran

“The path to God goes through that most difficult of beings, the human being.”

– Omid Safi

Recorded live at a SAND Community Gathering (April 2026). Watch the full conversation on the SAND Website... more

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Recent Guests

Tiokasin Ghosthorse
Cheyenne River Lakota Nation member, indigenous activist, founder/host of First Voices Radio
First Voices Radio
Episode: The Great AI Unraveling, Part 2: Tiokasin Ghosthorse & Pooja Prema
Pooja Prema
First-generation Indian-American writer, multidisciplinary artist and ritualist
Rites of Passage Project; Ritual Theatre
Episode: The Great AI Unraveling, Part 2: Tiokasin Ghosthorse & Pooja Prema
Fatemeh Keshavarz
Roshan Chair in Persian Language and Literature, University of Maryland
University of Maryland
Episode: What Empire Cannot Erase: Fatemeh Keshavarz-Karamustafa, Omid Safi & Mays Imad
Omid Safi
Professor of Asian and Middle Eastern Studies, Duke University
Duke University
Episode: What Empire Cannot Erase: Fatemeh Keshavarz-Karamustafa, Omid Safi & Mays Imad
Mays Imad
Neuroscientist focusing on trauma and epistemic justice
Independent/Academic
Episode: What Empire Cannot Erase: Fatemeh Keshavarz-Karamustafa, Omid Safi & Mays Imad
Simon Wickhamsmith
Buddhist monk, computer musician and composer, translator and scholar of Mongolian literature and culture, teaching in the Writing Program at Rutgers University
Rutgers University / Mongolian studies
Episode: Mongolian Dharma Poetry: Simon Wickhamsmith
Jaiya John
Medicine Heartman, founder of Soul Water Rising
Soul Water Rising
Episode: Sacred Remembering in Times of War: Dr. Jaiya John (Mshkiki Odeh Inini, Medicine Heart Man)
Chiara Baldini
Researcher, author, and PhD candidate
Independent researcher; PhD candidate at CIIS
Episode: Ancient Minoan Wisdom: Chiara Baldini
Pat McCabe
Indigenous healer and spiritual teacher
Diné/Dine Nation
Episode: The Architecture of Silence in Spiritual Culture: Gabor Maté, Bayo Akomolafe, Pat McCabe, Tara Brach, V & Matthew Remski

Hosts

Maurizio Benazzo
Co-host known for his thoughtful insights and engaging discussions on spiritual and societal themes.
Zaya Benazzo
Co-host appreciated for her contemplative focus and rich narratives about healing and community engagement.
Michael Reilly
Host involved in the exploration of consciousness and the intersection of spirituality and activism.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 469 ratings
  • Danzanravjaa’s Dharma

    I became so engrossed driving home listening to the episode on Mongolian spiritual poetry that I missed my exit!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    qamutiik
    United Statesa month ago
  • Fundamental and ultra important themes in wonderful style

    I really appreciate the way and this style this is created, and most of all the fundamental and ultra important themes coming on. Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Aidapovi
    Switzerland2 months ago
  • We will not look away: Vigil for Gaza

    So powerful, inspiring and spiritual, yet invoking us to do more. Profound

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JBrookeC
    Canada7 months ago
  • Love and justice

    So refreshing and informative and offering tools for spiritual survival in these times

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tiniwiniseattle
    United States8 months ago
  • A Hunger for Wholeness

    The results of the Cherrystone study describing the science of the effects of trauma on DNA passed on to the 14th generation has been known and mostly ignored. This podcast illustrated how the human body develops its unique sensitivities from the basic need for survival. These characteristics are encoded in the DNA. What this podcast does so clearly is to connect the dots from indigenous people and self healing to modern life that uses pseudoscience that deepens the trauma rather than healing it... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Atamaganai
    United Statesa year ago

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Mongolian Dharma Poetry: Simon Wickhamsmith
Q: Is there an example that we could share to illuminate Danzanravjaa's teaching on non-duality and the senses?
Simon presents The Five Offerings (The Five Senses) as a direct, sensory doorway into non-duality, illustrating how mundane experience can reveal ultimate reality when framed through poetic language and spiritual interpretation.
Mongolian Dharma Poetry: Simon Wickhamsmith
Q: So you went through different spiritual lineages, so Catholicism and Zen, and as a Buddhist monk, could you talk a bit about your spiritual paths and what brought you to your work today?
The host's question frames a lifelong journey from traditional Catholic roots toward Zen, Tibetan and Mongolian Buddhist practice, culminating in a scholarly engagement with Mongolian literature and Danzanravjaa; the guest describes his evolution as a seeker who found resonance in non-dual insight across these paths and ultimately returned to mysticism within a broader spiritual exploration.
Ancient Minoan Wisdom: Chiara Baldini
Q: What challenges do archaeologists face when interpreting Minoan culture?
Deciphering Linear A remains unresolved, inscriptions are scarce, and we rely on fragments, frescoes, and architectural context; this makes it difficult to create a singular narrative about daily life, leadership, or religious practice.
Ancient Minoan Wisdom: Chiara Baldini
Q: How do you describe the social organization of Minoan Crete based on the evidence?
The evidence from palaces, frescoes, and artifacts suggests a central, communal culture without a strict monarchic elite; spaces were multiuse and accessible, with art depicting priestesses and communal rituals rather than images of conquest or domination.
Ancient Minoan Wisdom: Chiara Baldini
Q: What sparked your interest in the Minoans and pre-patriarchal cultures?
My interest grew from tracing the roots of ecstatic practices and altered states in European history, which led me to look back further to Bronze Age Crete, where the social structure appeared less hierarchical and more communal than later Greek societies.

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The content features a blend of contemplative conversations that traverse spirituality, mental health, and social justice, often spotlighting the lived experiences of marginalized communities. Listeners can expect to engage with discussions on trauma, healing, collective consciousness, and the intersection of individual and communal resilience. The podcast often highlights the importance of indigenous wisdom, emphasizing cultural narratives that explore connections between identity, environment, and spirituality. With a commitment to integrating profound emotional truths, it offers thought-provoking insights alongside poignant stories, making it suitable for those seeking deeper understanding and connection with the shared human experience.... more

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2. Pooja Prema
3. Fatemeh Keshavarz
4. Omid Safi
5. Mays Imad
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7. Jaiya John
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