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Adventures with Thom in India
"Never a dull moment," could easily be a tagline for the tourism industry in India. It’s a land of contrast, color, and constant surprises. But if you want to experience the real flavor of India, you’d be hard pressed to find a better trave
Questions About Evolution
What if the thing holding back our evolution wasn’t the Unviverse, but our alignment with it? In this Q&A episode, Thom explores the subtle early signal of misalignment, why formulaic living dulls creativity, and how the unknown became the
My Maharishi - My Fondest Memory of Maharishi Mahesh Yogi
One of Maharishi Mahesh Yogi’s most well-known insights was, “Problems are a state of consciousness.” In this episode, Thom shares a vivid example of how Maharishi embodied this truth, using a single, signature word to transform everyday ch
The Relationship Between Buddhism and the Vedic Worldview - Part Two - Questions Arising
This episode is a Questions Arising episode, where Thom answers questions from the previous episode on the relationship between Buddhism and the Vedic Worldview. Thom explores how Buddhism and Vedanta view the Self, compassion, desire, and
The Relationship Between Buddhism and the Vedic Worldview - Part One
Though Buddhism has spread far and wide and has taken on many different ‘flavors,’ its origins are from the heartland of the North Indian subcontinent, ensuring an inescapable link to the Vedic worldview. In this episode, Thom explores the
Refreshing One’s Dharma - Part Two - Questions Arising
Do pillows have feelings? And how do we know when we’re helping versus interfering in the evolution of another? This Questions Arising episode follows on from the most recent episode on Refreshing One’s Dharma (https://thomknoles.com/podcas
Refreshing One’s Dharma - Part One
Is your purpose something fixed, or does it evolve with every passing moment? In this episode, Part One of a two-part series, Thom explores the Vedic understanding of dharma, not as a grand life mission, but as spontaneous right action in r
A Display of Devotion - My Favorite Scene in The Ramayana
Vedic texts, apart from being full of wise insights and deep learning, are also highly entertaining tales. One of the most famous stories is that of The Ramayana, an epic that’s been told and retold for thousands of years. In this episode,
Punya - A Reflection of Self-Realization
One of the many signs of self-realization, or spiritual progress, is a natural decline in attachment to having our desires fulfilled. Thom explored this in depth in an earlier episode on https://thomknoles.com/podcast/vairagya-spontaneous-n
My Maharishi - Changing the World at 30,000 Feet
Maharishi Mahesh Yogi was renowned as a man of small stature who made a big impact. His tireless commitment and the legacy of his work will be felt for millennia, not only for the meditation technique he shared with the world, but also for
Commandments, Charm vs Intuition, Déjà vu
Vedic Meditation isn’t just about creating a couple of spaces in the day to enjoy some peace and tranquility. In fact, we are less interested in what happens during our meditation than what happens outside of our meditation. In this episode
The Peculiar Idea of Conscience
One of the curious aspects of human nature is how widely our consciences can vary. Some people feel uneasy even after doing something relatively harmless, while others can commit truly terrible acts without their conscience so much as flinc
How to Find Your Soulmate
The idea that there can be a soulmate, a single person out there who is destined to bring fulfillment and who can promise a happily-ever-after ending, is a story that’s been told for millennia. While it’s a compelling proposition, it’s actu
An Invitation to Become an Initiator of Vedic Meditation
In this bonus episode, Thom extends an invitation for Vedic Meditators worldwide to attend Thom’s Initiator Training program in 2026, to become a fully qualified teacher of Vedic Meditation. For a Vedic Meditator, there is no greater level
Veda Vyasa: The Cosmic Storyteller
Modern day students have a great debt of gratitude to the Vedic masters who have captured and preserved Vedic wisdom for millennia, making it available for us to apply to our lives today. One of the most prolific of these masters is Veda Vy
Jai Guru Deva - Respect and Gratitude for Learning Anything From Anything
Regular listeners to the podcast are well familiar with the term Jai Guru Deva, which Thom says on most podcasts at least once or twice. But what does this phrase mean? In this podcast, Thom explains the literal translation of the terms and
The Good News About Climate Change
Are we too late to do anything about climate change? Many would argue that that’s the case, but are we even asking the right questions? In this episode, recorded live in Sydney, Australia, in answer to a question from an audience member, Th
The Role of the Garden of Eden in the Cosmic Storyline
One thing that separates humans from other species is our ability, and in some cases our need, to have origin stories to explain who we are, how we got here, and what we should or shouldn’t be doing. One of the most widespread of these stor
Transcending Co-dependence
We often celebrate codependence in nature, such as bees pollinating flowers and receiving nectar as their reward, yet when it comes to codependence in human relationships, it’s frequently seen as a problem that needs to be fixed. In this ep
Vairagya - Spontaneous Non-attachment
Detachment is frequently sold as a necessary step for spiritual progress. We’re taught that attachment is often the root of our suffering, so it stands to reason therefore, that detachment will bring about the opposite of suffering. But as
How to Take Control of Your Life
Many would be forgiven for thinking we don’t have much control over our circumstances in life or how we feel about them. At times it might feel like someone or something else is pulling the strings and we simply have to do our best to play
Introducing Shri 1008 Mahamandaleshwar Maharishi Vyasanand Giri Maharaj
Vedic Meditation is rooted in an ancient Indian tradition that has preserved Vedic wisdom for millennia. The Shankaracharya Tradition, like many others, has senior custodians who ensure this wisdom remains both pure and relevant. In January
My Maharishi - Before He Met His Master
In this episode of the Vedic Worldview, Thom delves into the life and journey of his spiritual master, Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, before Maharishi met his own master, Swami Bramhananda Saraswati, revered as Guru Deva. The narrative follows Maha
If Only… Living Life Without Regrets. Part Two
In Part One of this two-part series (see link below), Thom took us on a journey, exploring regret through the lens of unfulfilled desires. In this episode, Thom helps us shift our perspective on “the rearview mirror,” showing us how we can
If Only… Living Life Without Regrets. Part One
The role of desire is one of the most misunderstood facets of spiritual evolution. Some schools of thought argue that we should transcend desires altogether, leading followers down a path of denial and disciplined detachment. This leaves ma
Q&A - Chakras, Sannyasi and Grihasthi
The global rise of yoga and meditation practices has introduced Sanskrit terminology to audiences worldwide. As Vedic wisdom continues to influence Western culture, Sanskrit words have become increasingly common in everyday conversations ou
Can Vedic Meditation Help ADD/ADHD?
Diagnoses of ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) and ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder) are increasingly common. These conditions are often misunderstood and surrounded by controversy, particularly regarding the medications typica
Boons: Aligning with Cosmic Desire
From an early age, we grow up with stories that spark our desire for boons, or wishes fulfilled. We dream of finding our own version of Aladdin’s magic lamp, complete with a genie ready to grant our every wish. While the Vedic worldview doe
My Maharishi: Enlightenment Through Devotion
In this episode, Thom discusses the Guru Parampara, the Holy Tradition of Masters that have been the custodians of the wisdom behind Vedic Meditation for centuries. He traces the lineage through notable figures such as Adi Guru Shankara and
Sorry, Not Sorry
Words matter. The way in which we speak, and the words we use, reflect a great deal about how we perceive ourselves and how we perceive our place in the world. In this unapologetically short episode, Thom invites us to consider whether or n
