“zander” talks to The Universe in the form of “Bonnie Violet” (she/her). After going into Bonnie's firsthand experiences with being diagnosed with HIV while a part of a church, we discuss the bounds of using language to refer to the ineffable essence of "God" and the Art of Drag and its relation to spirituality.

In this episode of the Sacred Community Podcast, Sitaram Dass interviews Laura Johnson, PhD, for a discussion on ecological grief, the importance of “deep and slow” grief work, and whether or not Sitaram is allowed to fly.

"zander" (they/them) talks to The Universe in the form of "Matthew/Pavan Das" (he/him). After diving in through Pav's entry to the world of the spirit, we explore the practice of kirtan, shifting the culture from God as judger to lover, the non-dual space within our practice of self-love, serving Ram Dass, the new arena that opened after his body's departure, and desire being another side of intention.

This is a live recording from a 5-day silent Loving-Awareness retreat led by Durga Stef and the members of Kripa (Hari, Krishna Prem, Pavan Das, and Sitaram Dass).

Leo Seyij Allen is a Baptist minister working at the intersection of faith and justice. Their work and scholarship are rooted in the teachings of prophets like Jesus, Buddha, and Audre Lorde. Leo Seyij is the Public Historian for the LGBTQ Religious Archives Network and serves on the board of Transmission Ministry Collective. They are currently finishing graduate studies at Columbia Theological Seminary in Decatur, GA.

In this excerpt from the audiobook, Exploring the Hanuman Chalisa, Sitaram Dass discusses different ways we can approach the idea of God in form. He expounds on the concept of "multilogical thinking" as a way to elasticize our ability to utilize seemingly-contradictory perspectives and worldviews, and he offers some guidelines on the "protective factors" to keep us safe, minimize harm, and stay aligned with reality as we explore these various beliefs.

“zander” (they/them) talks to The Universe in the form of “Sitaram Dass" (he/him) about honoring commitments and boundaries within oneself and between others, the fruits that may arise from contemplative and devotional practices, and the importance of intentionally showing up in community.

Kripa’s new song, “Ram like Moon,” available now on the Soul Land Music Series: Volume 2– a compilation of hand-selected tracks from the musical performances on the 2021 virtual concert series, Soul Land Music Series: Songs & Stories Inspired by Ram Dass.

We are excited to officially welcome the baby teeth podcast to the SCP family.

“This show unfolds from the depths of our collective wisdom. Guided by host zander, it explores spiritually-grounded conversations around topics like devotion, duality, identity, community, and the vastness of the all-encompassing reality, known as love.”

In this episode, Hari interviews Reverend Bodhi Be from the Sufi lineage of Samuel Lewis and Hazrat Inayat Khan. Bodhi is the founder and executive director of Doorway Into Light, a nonprofit that provides conscious and compassionate care for the dying, their families, and the grieving on Maui.

For this very special episode of the Sacred Community Podcast, host Hari Scott Whitmore interviews Dassi Ma and Rita Green. Rita served the great saint Siddhi Ma in India for over 40 years. Dassi Ma was Ram Dass’s primary caregiver for the last 15 years of his life and is now the president of Hanuman Maui: Ram Dass Loving Awareness Sanctuary.

This is a live recording from a 5-day silent Loving-Awareness retreat led by Durga Stef and the members of Kripa. In this 15 minute meditation, Pavan Das uses the example and presence of Ram Dass as an invitation into the essence of Loving Awareness.

A live recording from the free online event, Navigating Uncertainty by Vasu Jon Seskevich

A clip from the live stream lecture series that became the audiobook, Exploring the Hanuman Chalisa. In this video, Sitaram Dass discusses the nectar of the Name and ends with chanting of SitaRam.

A clip from the live stream lecture series that became the audiobook, Exploring the Hanuman Chalisa. In this video, Sitaram Dass discusses the different way we can relate to the idea of God in form.

A clip from the live stream lecture series that became the audiobook, Exploring the Hanuman Chalisa. A clip from the live stream lecture series that became the audiobook, Exploring the Hanuman Chalisa. In this video, Sitaram Dass discusses the four fruits of life and how they relate to the devotional path.

A clip from the live stream lecture series that became the audiobook, Exploring the Hanuman Chalisa. A clip from the live stream lecture series that became the audiobook, Exploring the Hanuman Chalisa. In this video, Sitaram Dass discusses Narada, one of the beings that Tulsidas states cannot describe Hanuman's glory.

A clip from the live stream lecture series that became the audiobook, Exploring the Hanuman Chalisa. In this clip, Sitaram Dass expounds on the first line of the Hanuman Chalisa and discusses the Ram Dass teaching of using mantra to "Ram-ize" everything as a pathway to loving everything as Divine.

A clip from the live stream lecture series that became the audiobook, Exploring the Hanuman Chalisa. Here Sitaram Dass discusses Hanuman as that force that can “bear the unbearable.”

This audio was recorded from over nine different livestreams throughout 2020 during the Covid-19 Pandemic. In these lectures, Sitaram Dass explores each line of the Hanuman Chalisa, using sacred scripture, humor, modern psychology, and stories from his time serving his beloved teacher, Ram Dass. In this way, the Chalisa's timeless relevance can shine through in our modern, daily lives.