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Voices of Esalen

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"Voices of Esalen" features provocative, in-depth interviews with the dynamic leaders, teachers, and thinkers who reflect the mission of the Esalen Institute. For more about the Esalen Institute, head to esalen.org Follow Esalen on Facebook and Twitter

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Ann Hamilton
Founder of the Survivorship Collective, an organization created by and for cancer survivors
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Jacoby Ballard
Educator, activist, yoga teacher, and author of A Queer Dharma.
Episode: Jacoby Ballard: Queer Dharma and the Path to Liberation
Ari Kuschnir
Filmmaker known for his work in AI cinema and storytelling
Episode: Hallucinate the Future: Ari Kuschnir on AI Filmmaking, Time Travel, and Viral Transmutations
Dr. Elizabeth Philipose
Professor and author focusing on empire, patriarchy, and trauma systems
Cal State San Marcos
Episode: Decolonizing Femininity: Reclaiming the Divine Mother with Dr. Elizabeth Philipose
Ramzi Fawaz
Award-winning queer cultural critic, author, and professor of English at the University of Wisconsin, Madison.
University of Wisconsin, Madison
Episode: You Were Never Just One Thing: Ramzi Fawaz and the Queer Potential of Now

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Sam Stern
Host of provocative, in-depth interviews with dynamic leaders, teachers, and thinkers reflecting the mission of the Esalen Institute.

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 232 ratings
  • Harkening back, yet moving forward

    Sam has provided us with a show that invites us in to hear innovative people who are creators, philosophers, free thinkers and practitioners of a variety of disciplines. The show gives us an opportunity into what Esalen Institute has offered to those who began exploring human potential from the early 70’s onward.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    banteron
    United Statesa year ago
  • Fluid and diverse!

    I appreciate Sams knowledge of his guests and their expertise. His eloquent and clear deliveries of questions and prompts, make it informative and easy to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FreeBoxQueen
    United States2 years ago
  • From a return Esalen visitor

    I adore Esalen, and mostly enjoy this podcast. The one thing that bugs me is, every time someone talks about romantic partnerships, the show's host talks about his distaste for polyamory. It seems like a bid for further criticism of others' relationship styles. It doesn't matter to me what the hosts practices in his own life, and I wish he'd lay off of other people's orientations and personal choices, at least on a show representing such a broad-minded institution.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Carlotta Valdez
    United States2 years ago
  • No show notes?

    Just advertising future Esalen events. Enjoyed Jon Hopkins, but ugh I’d like to explore all that music without slow playing the entire hour again to get the names. Also some tact when referring to scrapping by in the 90s on $14 an hour plus tips. There’s a huge population of the US who’d be happy to receive such a raise in pay.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    bean.view
    United States4 years ago
  • Hmm

    Esalen seems to be hitching their wagon to CRT ideology, which seems to me a refutation of much of the important knowledge-building that’s been done there over the decades. It will be interesting to see how this plays out.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Vile Goji
    United States4 years ago

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The discussions often challenge conventional thinking and encourage personal reflection and growth.
Listeners appreciate the thoughtful and engaging conversations with diverse guests, finding them to be insightful and inspiring.
Overall, the accessibility of the show's content has been praised, making valuable insights available to a broad audience.
Some concerns have been raised regarding certain biases reflected in discussions about diverse relationship styles.

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Q: Talk to me about your relationship to chanting.
I've been making annual walking pilgrimages to Tassara Zen Center, and had a memorable encounter with chanting which made me curious about it.
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Q: Do you think that the alienation from the human built world is a source of power for you, creative power?
Yes, it is because I find modernity like taxing and draining.
The Survivorship Collective
Q: If someone listening is a cancer patient or a survivor or a loved one and is curious but hesitant, what would you want them to know about the Survivorship Collective experience?
This is made for you, by cancer survivors for cancer survivors, with community-based safeguards in place.
The Survivorship Collective
Q: Can you describe what a safe, science-based, psychedelic therapy looks like for someone in your program?
Our model is a group model that includes individual and group preparation, medical professional assessments, and aftercare support.
Courage to Connect: Shame-Blocking and Flirtation Skills with Dr. Jacob Towery
Q: What would you say to someone who's curious, but a little terrified to take your workshop at Esalen in September?
Validating your nervousness is important, but recognize that taking risks can lead to deeper connections.

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This podcast offers engaging conversations with influential leaders, thinkers, and teachers connected to a well-known institute, exploring a diverse array of topics that intersect spirituality, personal growth, and social issues. Episodes often cover themes such as mental health, community wellness, social justice, and the impact of spirituality on one's identity and activism. The series stands out for its unique blend of personal stories and broader societal reflections, frequently incorporating the rich history of the institute itself as a backdrop for its discussions.

Listeners can expect to hear from a variety of voices that contribute to cutting-edge dialogues around contemporary challenges and practices for self-care and community bu... more

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4. Dr. Elizabeth Philipose
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