Yogananda Podcast

Chris, Lauren, Mike & Priyank
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A podcast focussed on the teachings of our guru Paramahansa Yogananda, in a way that is intended for the general populace, following a structured but informal format and presented by devotees: Chris, Lauren, Mike & Priyank. NB: we are not experts & not everything mentioned is fact checked, but if you enjoyed the book/film, this unofficial podcast for you! Series 2: Autobiography of a Yogi — Line by Line Series 1: Awake: The Life of Yogananda Minute by Minute instagram/facebook @yoganandapodcast yoganandapodcast@gmail.com youtube.com/@YoganandaPodcast Listen on: Spotify, Apple Podcasts etc

  1. Autobiography Chapter 30, Part 4: The sun shineth in his strength

    FEB 10

    Autobiography Chapter 30, Part 4: The sun shineth in his strength

    This episode covers the next part of chapter 30 from: “Masters who are able to materialise and dematerialise their bodies...” to “...rise up as master of maya, knowing his dominion over the cosmos."  Summary: Paramahansa Yogananda describes a masters' abilities to materialize and dematerialize their bodies, and examining scientific perspectives on reality and consciousness. Reva joins us as we delve into the principles of yoga, gravity, and relativity, with parallel discussion of how time dilation occurs due to gravity and velocity, while also covering Guruji's teachings on light and the nature of masters.   0:00 Prior Episode; 2:10 Infinite mass; 25:15 Let there be light; 37:40 The law of miracles; 55:15 Looking Ahead.  Links discussed in this episode:  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Helena_Blavatsky Space-time curvature https://youtu.be/AwhKZ3fd9JA?si=tvB7ZqFX6f4CUMnL  Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on the next part of chapter 30 from: “In 1915, shortly after I had entered the Swami Order, I witnessed...” to “...making them actors as well as audience in His planetary theatre."  #autobiographyofayogi  #autobiographylinebyline  #paramahansayogananda Autobiography of a Yogi awake.minute Self-Realization Fellowship Yogoda Satsanga Society of India #SRF #YSS

    57 min
  2. Autobiography Chapter 30, Part 3: Energy is the mass multiplied by the square of velocity

    FEB 4

    Autobiography Chapter 30, Part 3: Energy is the mass multiplied by the square of velocity

    This episode covers the next part of chapter 30 from: “The frank realization that physical science is concerned with...” to “...this conception brings us to the law of miracles. "  Summary: In this episode we focus on the concept of "mind stuff" and scientific breakthroughs, particularly the development of the electron microscope. Paramahansa Yogananda explains how electrons exhibit both wave and particle properties, and how this dual nature challenges traditional scientific understanding of reality. We also cover Sir James Jeans' concept of the universe as a "great thought" rather than a mechanical structure, and Einstein's famous equation E=MC^2.   0:00 Prior Episode; 10:10 Electron Microscope; 22:30 There is no material universe; 32:05 The Law of Miracles; 40:00 Looking Ahead.  Links discussed in this episode:  Tungsten crystals https://www.microscopy.ethz.ch/nbwo.htm https://www.yogananda.com.au/gurus/yoganandaquotes12.html   Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on the next part of chapter 30 from: “Masters who are able to materialise and dematerialise their bodies...” to “...rise up as master of maya, knowing his dominion over the cosmos."  #autobiographyofayogi  #autobiographylinebyline  #paramahansayogananda Autobiography of a Yogi awake.minute Self-Realization Fellowship Yogoda Satsanga Society of India #SRF #YSS

    41 min
  3. Autobiography Chapter 30, Part 2: God does not throw dice

    JAN 28

    Autobiography Chapter 30, Part 2: God does not throw dice

    This episode covers the next part of chapter 30 from: “To surmount maya was the task assigned to the human race...” to “...but that atomic energy is essentially mind-stuff".  Summary: This section further explores the miracles from the perspective of both spirituality and physics. Paramahansa Yogananda examined how the Vedic understanding of Maya, or illusion, relates to modern scientific theories, particularly Einstein's work on light and unified field theory. We open up discussion on the detailed analysis of Ezekiel's visions from the Old Testament and how they parallel spiritual experiences described in religious texts. The conversation concluded with an exploration of how scientific discoveries about the nature of matter, energy, and light point toward deeper spiritual truths, setting the stage for future episodes that will continue examining these connections between science and spirituality.  0:00 Prior episode; 2:25 To surmount maya; 12:30 True knowledge; 23:55 Looketh toward the East; 36:30 The theory of everything; 50:47 Looking Ahead.  Links discussed in this episode:  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Unified_field_theory  Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on the next part of chapter 30 from: “The frank realization that physical science is concerned with...” to “...this conception brings us to the law of miracles. "  #autobiographyofayogi  #autobiographylinebyline  #paramahansayogananda Autobiography of a Yogi awake.minute Self-Realization Fellowship Yogoda Satsanga Society of India #SRF #YSS

    52 min
  4. Autobiography Chapter 30, Part 1: The Three Hermits – with full disclosure

    JAN 20

    Autobiography Chapter 30, Part 1: The Three Hermits – with full disclosure

    This episode covers the start of chapter 30 to: “...but what gravitation and electricity are, no mortal knoweth.”  Summary: As we start this heavy chapter and think about our expectations, the chapter explores miracles and religious perspectives, with particular focus on Leo Tolstoy's teachings and their connection to nonviolence. We review Tolstoy's views on Christianity and his similarities with Mahatma Gandhi, discussing his writings and experiences that challenged traditional religious practices. The discussion concluded with an exploration of scientific principles and the limitations of human understanding, touching on concepts like Maya and the mysteries of the universe.  0:00 Expectations from the chapter; 6:20 Leo Tolstoy and Nicholas Roerich footnote; 20:00 The (complete) three hermits story; 38:50 Duality in the physical creation; 38:50 Duality in the physical creation; 55:10 Maya; 1:06:30 Looking Ahead.  Links discussed in the chapter:  Kingdom of God is within you - https://www.gutenberg.org/files/43302/43302-h/43302-h.htm Letter to a Hindu - https://www.gutenberg.org/files/7176/7176-h/7176-h.htm Three Hermits complete story – https://www.online-literature.com/tolstoy/2896/ Three hermits animation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aEu8i1FblCg Tolstoy’s twenty three tales: https://www.ccel.org/ccel/t/tolstoy/23_tales/cache/23_tales.pdf https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guglielmo_Marconi   Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on the next part of chapter 30 from: “To surmount maya was the task assigned to the human race...” to “...but that atomic energy is essentially mind-stuff".  #autobiographyofayogi  #autobiographylinebyline  #paramahansayogananda Autobiography of a Yogi awake.minute Self-Realization Fellowship Yogoda Satsanga Society of India #SRF #YSS

    1h 8m
  5. Autobiography Chapter 29, Part 3: Rabindranath Tagore’s universal song

    JAN 14

    Autobiography Chapter 29, Part 3: Rabindranath Tagore’s universal song

    This episode covers the last part of chapter 29 from: “Rabindranath invited me to stay overnight in the guest house...” to the end of the chapter.  Summary: Today we focus on Rabindranath Tagore's educational philosophy and cultural impact, including his approach to teaching and the universal themes in his poetry. We also explored Tagore's influence on education through his university and his use of literature to inspire students from diverse backgrounds. We concluded with reflections on Tagore's legacy and his contributions to India's cultural standing, including his educational methods and philosophical ideas.  0:00 Previous episode; 2:00 Singing together; 9:40 Poetry; 17:00 Gitanjali 35 Poem; 29:00 Reflections on the chapter  Links discussed in the chapter:  https://youtu.be/rSk5rmTLgyg?si=ppjPZ5BPaLUm03jg  Swachh Bharat Abhiyan- Swachh Bharat ka Irada Kar Liya Hum Ne – https://youtu.be/phIuP8XU9KQ?si=dQcPQlHbcupy-VJw  Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on the start of chapter 30 to: “...but what gravitation and electricity are, no mortal knoweth.”  #autobiographyofayogi  #autobiographylinebyline  #paramahansayogananda Autobiography of a Yogi awake.minute Self-Realization Fellowship Yogoda Satsanga Society of India #SRF #YSS

    38 min
  6. Autobiography Chapter 29, Part 2: Rabindranath Tagore’s glorious blood line

    JAN 6

    Autobiography Chapter 29, Part 2: Rabindranath Tagore’s glorious blood line

    This episode covers the next part of chapter 29 from: “About two years after founding the Ranchi school...” to  “...Dwijendra, was a deep-seeing philosopher, beloved even by birds and woodland creatures”.  Summary:  As Paramahansa Yogananda and Rabindranath Tagore share some divine fellowship and compare teaching techniques, guruji takes a moment to appreciate the flesh and blood form of the divine artist of India. We also take a deeper look into the family history of this most significant lineage.   0:00 Previous episode; 2:45 Tagore the man; 9:31 Golden silence; 29:51 Ideal settings 40:19 The Tagore legends; 53:01 Emerson footnote   Links discussed in the chapter:  https://yogananda.org/blog/paramahansa-yogananda-on-using-the-power-of-initiative-to-achieve-your-goals https://yogananda.org/teachings-library/the-power-of-silence-creating-quiet-time-in-our-lives-2023-srf-world-convocation https://yssofindia.org/teachings-library/change-your-life-with-the-practice-of-silence-by-swami-jayananda-giri https://yogananda.org/summer-program-for-children-and-teens  Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on the last part of chapter 29 from: “Rabindranath invited me to stay overnight in the guest house...” to the end of the chapter.  #autobiographyofayogi  #autobiographylinebyline  #paramahansayogananda Autobiography of a Yogi awake.minute Self-Realization Fellowship Yogoda Satsanga Society of India #SRF #YSS

    56 min
  7. Autobiography Chapter 29, Part 1: Rabindranath Tagore’s Nobel chanting

    12/30/2025

    Autobiography Chapter 29, Part 1: Rabindranath Tagore’s Nobel chanting

    This episode covers the start of chapter 29 to: “...Tagore’s version of an old Bengali song, “Light the Lamp of Thy Love.”  Summary:  As Paramahansa Yogananda speaks so fondly of Rabindranath Tagore's achievements and influence both in and beyond India, we explore Tagore's educational legacy through Shantiniketan and Viswa Bharati University, discussing his approach to teaching and integration of music, literature, and self-realization. We also reflect on Tagore's treatments of critics, his cultural impact, and snippets of his wonderful Nobel prize acceptance speech.  8:40 Singing as natural expression; 20:50 Tagore's critics; 32:58 Unhypnotized by flattery; 35:50 Light the lamp of thy love; 42:00 Looking Ahead.  Links discussed in the chapter:  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Visva-Bharati_University https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jana_Gana_Mana https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6xwWRPXfJk0 crpf.gov.in/writereaddata/images/pdf/Gitanjali.pdf https://ia601502.us.archive.org/0/items/in.ernet.dli.2015.52214/2015.52214.Rabindra-Nath-Tagore-Letters-To-A-Friend_text.pdf https://poets.org/poem/gitanjali-27 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQUEZjVkKTw   Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on the next part of chapter 29 from: “About two years after founding the Ranchi school...” to  “...Dwijendra, was a deep-seeing philosopher, beloved even by birds and woodland creatures”.  #autobiographyofayogi  #autobiographylinebyline  #paramahansayogananda Autobiography of a Yogi awake.minute Self-Realization Fellowship Yogoda Satsanga Society of India #SRF #YSS

    43 min
  8. Autobiography Chapter 28, Part 3: Yogananda makes certain we stay true

    12/24/2025

    Autobiography Chapter 28, Part 3: Yogananda makes certain we stay true

    This episode covers the last part of chapter 28 from: “I returned to Ranchi a few days later...” to the end of the chapter  Summary:  Paramahansa Yogananda’s search for the reincarnated Kashi in Kolkata comes to a beautiful crescendo and an emotional encounter with Kashi's new family to be. We examined Guruji's abilities to detect electrical impulses and translate them into profound intuitive understanding of the direction he should traverse, while also discussing the concept of memory and reincarnation from both eastern and biblical perspectives. The discussion concluded with an analysis of Guruji's interventions in physical spaces and his mystical experiences, including the significance of wearing ochre robes in the Swami order and the importance of genuine spiritual advancement.  1:22 Prior Episode; 2:50 Finding Kashi; 14:26 Homing in; 26:22 Fulfilling the eternal promise; 39:55 Footnote; 49:44 Reflections on the chapter.  Homework for next episode— Read, absorb and make notes on the start of chapter 29 to: “...Tagore’s version of an old Bengali song, “Light the Lamp of Thy Love.”  #autobiographyofayogi  #autobiographylinebyline  #paramahansayogananda Autobiography of a Yogi awake.minute Self-Realization Fellowship Yogoda Satsanga Society of India #SRF #YSS

    54 min
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A podcast focussed on the teachings of our guru Paramahansa Yogananda, in a way that is intended for the general populace, following a structured but informal format and presented by devotees: Chris, Lauren, Mike & Priyank. NB: we are not experts & not everything mentioned is fact checked, but if you enjoyed the book/film, this unofficial podcast for you! Series 2: Autobiography of a Yogi — Line by Line Series 1: Awake: The Life of Yogananda Minute by Minute instagram/facebook @yoganandapodcast yoganandapodcast@gmail.com youtube.com/@YoganandaPodcast Listen on: Spotify, Apple Podcasts etc

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  • Creator
    Chris, Lauren, Mike & Priyank
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    250
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    © Chris, Lauren, Mike & Priyank
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