

Rupert Spira Podcast
Rupert Spira
In this podcast series, Rupert Spira explores the non-dual understanding, expressed in different ways. Please subscribe if you would like to be notified whenever new episodes are available. If you would like to find out more about events, publications, and Rupert's archive of recordings, please visit rupertspira.com.
Music written and played by Shena Power and recorded by Simon Power.
Music written and played by Shena Power and recorded by Simon Power.
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Jan 19, 2021 • 1h 26min
Episode 19: Dr. James Cooke
In this episode, Rupert Spira talks with Dr. James Cooke about the non-dual nature of mind and reality. They discuss self-enquiry and the nature of consciousness, using the analogy of the screen and the movie. Dr. James Cooke is a neuroscientist, writer and speaker, with a focus on perception, meditation, and well-being.

Jan 5, 2021 • 52min
Episode 18: Nikki Walton
In this episode, Rupert Spira talks with Nikki Walton about how he found his path in life, and waking up to happiness. They also discuss the presence of awareness, and a shared being. Nikki is a best-selling author and licensed psychotherapist, and is also host of the New Growth Podcast.

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Dec 15, 2020 • 1h 3min
Episode 17: Rhonda Byrne
In this episode, Rupert Spira talks with Rhonda Byrne about her latest book, The Greatest Secret, in which she quotes Rupert. They also discuss their own spiritual journeys, the teachers who have influenced them and the act of teaching itself. Rhonda Byrne is the best-selling author of The Secret Book Series and the producer of the 2020 film The Secret: Dare to Dream, which is based on her first book, The Secret.

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Dec 1, 2020 • 2h 5min
Episode 16: Swami Sarvapriyananda
Join Rupert Spira and Swami Sarvapriyananda in a lively and insightful discussion of non-duality, exploring topics such as happiness, God, the science of the mind, enlightenment, and the relationship between awareness and everyday life.

Nov 17, 2020 • 1h 7min
Episode 15: Tim Freke
In this episode, Rupert Spira talks with Tim Freke about the essence of the non-dual understanding of reality, and Tim invites Rupert to consider an alternative possibility to this. Tim Freke is a philosopher and the author of 35 books. He hosts the What Is Life? series, which explores the great mysteries of existence with original thinkers in authentic and animated conversations. What Is Life? can be viewed via this link: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9oOm-3dG-W_rE7ajkpVS2jzKLf3cqxt7

Nov 3, 2020 • 1h 30min
Episode 14: Allen Saakyan
In this episode, Rupert Spira talks with Allen Saakyan from the Simulation Series about consciousness and the effectiveness of the dream analogy for investigating the reality of our experience. Simulation is a YouTube channel that explores questions about consciousness, humanity and the nature of reality through interviews with thinkers from across the cultural spectrum.

Oct 6, 2020 • 1h 34min
Episode 12: Stuart Goodnick and Rob Schmidt
In this episode, Rupert Spira talks to Stuart Goodnick and Rob Schmidt from The Mystical Positivist. They discuss Rupert's spiritual journey, as well as the Direct Path, and the role of a teacher. Stuart Goodnick and Rob Schmidt host a radio show called The Mystical Positivist, that involves discussion in and around the local and larger spiritual community.

Sep 22, 2020 • 33min
Episode 11: Rupert Sheldrake
In this episode Rupert Spira and Rupert Sheldrake talk about the nature of reality, consciousness, and beliefs about the universe, and discover a common understanding. Rupert Sheldrake is a biologist best known for his hypothesis of morphic resonance. Music written and played by Shena Power and recorded by Simon Power.

Sep 8, 2020 • 1h 21min
Episode 10: From Clay to Words
Rupert Spira, a talented potter and author, discusses his artistic journey and evolution from creating clay pottery to expressing his thoughts through words. Joined by Jenny Beal, they explore the deep emotional connections potters have with their work and the transformative experience of surrender during life's challenges. Rupert reflects on his dual pursuit of beauty and truth in art and spirituality, as well as the pivotal moments that shaped his artistic style, including mentorship and personal growth. Together, they celebrate the unique journey of creative transformation.

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Aug 11, 2020 • 30min
Episode 9: Conversations on the Nature of Awareness and Experience
In this episode a man asks if awareness is simply a feedback mechanism of the body; Rupert distinguishes between the conditioned and unconditioned mind; a man asks about the difference between physical and metaphysical experience; and a man asks if our true self can ever be obscured. These dialogues are taken from Rupert Spira's 5th July 2019 evening meeting in London. For audio and video recordings of the full meeting and the entire library of Rupert Spira's recordings and publications, as well as information about attending live and streamed events, please visit rupertspira.com.


