Best Guru Viking Podcasts (2025)

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Ep301: Angels in my Hair - Lorna Byrne 58:42

5h ago58:42

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In this episode I am joined by Lorna Byrne, spiritual teacher and best selling author of “Angels in my Hair”.Lorna describes her childhood in Ireland when she first began to see and interact with angels and souls of the dead, and recalls how she navigated these visionary experiences. Lorna discusses the different types of angels that she sees, as w…

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Ep300: The Spiritual Practice of Alchemy - Katarina Falkenberg & Tommy Westlund 1:39:36

4d ago1:39:36

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In this episode I am once again joined by Katarina Falkenberg & Tommy Westlund, alchemists, practitioners of Western Esotericism, and authors of ‘Alchemy, The Divine Work’.Katarina and Tommy detail the stages and methods of the spiritual path of Western alchemy. They explain the movement through four phases, describe the operations employed during …

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Halftime Freedom: How Dr. Ryan Mallory Quit Traditional Medicine & Built a Multi-Million Dollar Empire 36:36

3h ago36:36

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Today, I’m joined by Dr. Ryan Mallory, a cardiologist who found a way to regain control over his career and life. After battling burnout and struggling with long hours, he made a bold decision to change the course of his professional life. Ryan and his wife sought a better way to balance work and family, which led him to the world of locums and sho…

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Are You TOO Disciplined? The Hidden Trap of Over-Productivity with Craig Ballantyne 35:01

13d ago35:01

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Could the discipline you’ve been chasing be actually leading you away from success? Today I’m hosting my friend, mentor, and co-author Craig Ballantyne to explore his new book, The Dark Side of Discipline. We unpack why the world’s obsession with extreme discipline—cold plunges, 4 AM wake-ups, and relentless routines—can sometimes do more harm than…

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Ep299: Karma - Mordy Levine 2 1:09:40

16d ago1:09:40

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In this interview I am once again joined by Mordy Levine, serial entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and author of ‘The Beginner’s Guide to Karma’ with Lama Lhanang.Mordy discusses the Buddhist doctrine of karma, explores its history in Indian thought, and differentiates the various types of karmic actions and their consequences.Mordy reveals special…

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Ep298: Liberating the Self - Stephen Snyder 1:02:08

22d ago1:02:08

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In this episode I am once again joined by Stephen Snyder, Buddhist meditation teacher and author of several books including ‘Buddha’s Heart’, ‘Trust in Awakening’, and his latest release ‘Liberating the Self’.Stephen emphasises the importance of working with personality structures even after Buddhist awakening, and offers methods to resolve trauma …

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Doctors: STOP Waiting to Live Your Dream Life! 19:45

1M ago19:45

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Imagine living anywhere in the world while still practicing medicine. That’s exactly what Dr. Kristine Goins, also known as The Nomad MD, has done—and she’s here to show you how. Dr. Kristine shares her journey from physician burnout to financial and lifestyle freedom and reveals how she turned a five-year plan into a five-month escape. We explore …

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Ep297: Boarding on Insanity - Piers Cross 1:54:06

30d ago1:54:06

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In this episode I am once again joined by Piers Cross, ex-Buddhist monk, coach, and creator of the documentary “Boarding on Insanity”.Piers explains the British boarding school system, examines its history and social context, and reveals how and why boarding school attendance is seen by many as a pathway to power.Piers recalls his own boarding scho…

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Ep296: Sufi Music Master - Gerald Ilyas Klawatsch 1:15:00

1M ago1:15:00

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In this episode, I am joined by Gerald Ilyas Klawatsch, Sufi musician, music therapist, and founder of the international Ensemble Ak Pirim.Ilyas recalls stories of his Sufi path, his meeting and discipleship under his Sufi sheik, and stories of profound spiritual connection and transcendence through devotional music and religious practice.Ilyas des…

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The #1 Skill You Need to 10x Your Income with Greg Dickerson 12:31

1M ago12:31

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I had an incredible conversation with real estate investor and entrepreneur Greg Dickerson, who shared wealth insights every physician-entrepreneur needs to hear. Greg has built and scaled multiple businesses, invested in real estate, and guided companies—including my own—to seven and eight-figure growth. We dive into leadership, delegation, and th…

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Ep295: Life Cycle Ritual- Prajwal Ratna Vajracharya 3 1:14:19

1M ago1:14:19

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In this interview I am once again joined by Prajwal Ratna Vajracharya, a tantric priest in a centuries old Newari Buddhist family lineage and master of the religious dance tradition of Charya Nritya.Prajwal Vajracharya reveals the rich world of Newari life rituals, in which major life events such as birth, coming of age, marriage, and death are cel…

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Ep294: Shadow Work for the Soul - Mary Shutan 1:18:31

2M ago1:18:31

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In this episode I am once again joined by Mary Shutan: author, occultist, and spiritual teacher. Mary discusses her new book “Shadow Work for the Soul”, shares her lifelong fascination with the psychological power of dark fairytales, and explains the function of social masks and personae. Mary remarks on a notable increase in spiritual emergencies,…

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Ep293: Secrets of Consort Practice - Khandro Kunzang Dechen Chodron 1:26:03

2M ago1:26:03

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In this episode I am once again joined by Khandro Kunzang Dechen Chodron, teacher of Tibetan Buddhism and executive director of Saraswati Bhawan Publications.Khandro Kunzang reveals her experience as a spiritual consort to a Tibetan lama, and shares her understanding of this controversial practice.Khandro Kunzang recalls how she became a consort, d…

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The Tax Trap That Steals Wealth From High-Earning Physicians (And How to Escape It) 12:49

2M ago12:49

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What if you could increase your income, build wealth, and reduce your tax burden—all without giving up your career as a physician? My guests today, Brandon Hall and Thomas Castelli, will show you how to achieve this and more! Brandon and Thomas are CPAs and experts in tax efficiency. We explore common mistakes doctors make when it comes to money ma…

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Ep292: Dharma Reunited - Daniel Ingram and Delson Armstrong 2 1:44:01

2M ago1:44:01

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In this episode I once again host a dialogue between Daniel Ingram and Delson Armstrong.Daniel Ingram is an independent Buddhist writer, author of ‘Mastering the Core Teachings of the Buddha’, and co-founder of the Emergent Phenomenology Research Consortium (EPRC).Delson Armstrong is a spiritual teacher, author of ’A Mind Without Craving’, and foun…

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Ep291: Neuroscience of Enlightenment - Ron Serrano 1:06:07

2M ago1:06:07

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In this interview I am once again joined by Ron Serrano long time meditation practitioner, contemplative neuroscience subject, and co-founder of the online meditation group Dharmachanics.Ron gives a summary of the major studies in contemplative neuroscience in the last several years, in many of which he was a key subject. Ron explains several histo…

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Ep290: Answering Critics & Kriya Yoga - Delson Armstrong 1:23:14

3M ago1:23:14

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In this episode I am once again joined by Delson Armstrong, spiritual teacher, meditation virtuoso, and author of ‘A Mind Without Craving’.In this interview, Delson responds to criticism and answers questions about his recent renunciation of attainments and revision of the Buddhist 4 path enlightenment model. Delson reflects on the pros and cons of…

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Ep289: Mystic Poetry of Rumi - Professor William Rory Dickson 1:19:22

3M ago1:19:22

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In this episode I am joined by Dr. William Rory Dickson an associate professor of Islamic Religion and Culture at The University of Winnipeg and author of “Dissolving into Being: The Wisdom of Sufi Philosophy”.Professor Dickson takes a deep dive into the life and works of Jalāl al-Dīn Muḥammad Rūmī (1207-1273 AD), a 13th century Sufi poet whose wor…

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Ep288: Apocalypse Now? - Naomi Levine 1:11:55

3M ago1:11:55

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In this episode I am once again joined by Naomi Levine, author, under her birth name Norma Levine, of several books including ‘The Miraculous 16th Karmapa’, ‘A Quest For The Hidden Lands’, and ‘Chronicles of Love and Death: My Years With The Last Spiritual King of Bhutan’.In this interview, Naomi discusses her latest writing about the apocalyptic p…

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Supercharge Your Productivity: The Two-Minute Productivity Ritual for High-Achievers with Dr. Mike Van Thielen 16:06

3M ago16:06

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What if you could supercharge your daily productivity and free up more time for what matters most? In this replay episode, I sit down with Dr. Mike Van Thielen, a renowned productivity expert and author of “The IZOD Method,” to explore practical strategies for achieving more while working less. Dr. Mike shares his secrets for getting into the zone …

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Ep287: Dawn of Mind - James Cooke PhD 1:54:02

3M ago1:54:02

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In this episode I am joined by Dr James Cooke, Oxford-trained neuroscientist, spiritual teacher, and author of “Dawn of Mind: How Matter Became Conscious and Alive”.James recounts how, at aged 13, an existential crisis driven by fear of hell saw him emerge into a profound mystical opening. James shares the radical changes he experienced and traces …

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Ep286: Mystic Astrologer - Radha Krishna Upadhyaya 2:25:36

4M ago2:25:36

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In this episode, filmed on location in Kathmandu, I am joined by Radha Krishna Upadhyaya, an astrologer, clairvoyant, Kriya Yogi, & disciple of Tibetan Buddhist master Sakya Trizin.Radha Krishna recalls his birth and childhood in Western Nepal, his traditional Brahmanical education & service to great saints, & initiation into his family’s Kuladevat…

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Ep285: Swayambhu Stūpa - Lama Glenn Mullin 1:24:30

4M ago1:24:30

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During a recent trip to Nepal, I met with frequent podcast guest Lama Glenn Mullin, spiritual teacher, Tibetologist, and author of over 30 books on Buddhism. Glenn was in Kathmandu to lead a group of over fifty pilgrims into tantric retreat in the nearby mountains and graciously agreed to film with me at various sacred sites before and after their …

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Ep284: Adventures of a Chan Master - Gilbert M Gutierrez 2 1:40:33

4M ago1:40:33

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In this episode I am once again joined by Gilbert M Gutierrez, Chan Buddhism teacher and dharma heir of Master Sheng Yen.Gilbert recalls his discipleship under renowned Chan Master Sheng Yen, shares stories of gruelling retreat, private 1-1 exchanges, profound spiritual insights, mystical visions, and supernatural powers.Gilbert gives an overview o…

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Ep283: Seance, Summoning, & Goetic Demons - Duncan Barford 2 1:56:35

4M ago1:56:35

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In this episode I am once again joined by Duncan Barford, occult practitioner, counsellor, and author of ‘Occult Experiments in the Home’.Duncan details the different categories of spirits and entities, ranging from ghosts to demons to angels to elementals and land spirits. Duncan reveals his own encounters with these entities, recalls paradigm shi…

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8 Best Productivity Hacks In Business (Where Successful CEOs Actually Spend Time) 19:39

4M ago19:39

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How do the busiest people in the world build massive success while still having time for themselves? They master productivity. Imagine building a real estate empire, running a coaching business, and being fully present with your family—all without feeling burned out. In this episode, I share my personal productivity system that has made this dream …

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Ep282: Spiritual Explorer - Shiv Mathur 1:11:05

4M ago1:11:05

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In this episode I am joined by Shiv Mathur, Youtuber and spiritual explorer.Shiv recounts his life story including his upbringing in India, 16 years of military service, and international career in IT.Shiv describes how a growing spiritual calling saw him retire from the world of work to seek out spiritual masters in the Himalayas. Shiv shares stor…

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Ep281: Taoist Spirit & Entity Practices - Mattias Daly 4 1:24:36

5M ago1:24:36

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In this episode I am once again joined by Mattias Daly, Taoist practitioner and translator of ‘Taoist Inner Alchemy’, published by Shambala.Mattias reflects on lessons learned from the series of exorcisms her underwent in his 20s, as described in episode 263 of this podcast, “My Demon Exorcism”, including the means by which entities may gain entry,…

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Want a High-Performing Team? Here’s My Step-by-Step for Coaching Up Underperformers! 17:30

5M ago17:30

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What happens when a seemingly great hire isn’t delivering? Underperformance is a roadblock we all face as leaders—but it doesn’t have to be the end of the road for your team member. In this episode, I’m breaking down how to handle underperformers with the right mix of accountability and support. From assessing their potential with the “4 A’s” frame…

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Ep280: I Renounce My Attainments - Delson Armstrong 1:35:55

5M ago1:35:55

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Delson Armstrong is a spiritual teacher, meditation virtuoso, and author of ‘A Mind Without Craving’.In this interview, Delson renounces all of his previous claims to spiritual attainment. Delson details recent changes in his inner experiences that saw him question the nature of his awakening, including the arising of emotions and desires that he t…

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