Nitai discusses with guest Bhaktimarga Swami about the great warrior/sage Bhishma. Bhishma always fought for a higher cause than himself, never seeking his own glory. Even though he was the most powerful warrior of his time, he was slain on the

Stream of Bhakti Episode 31: We are back...with some changes

May 8th, 2021 1h 7m

We’re Back! We’ve been busy since our last episode remodelling Stream of Bhakti. Nitai and Ani discuss the changes and where you will find us live from now on. Today’s episode recaps our voyage through the Bhagavatam thus far, focusing especial

Stream of Bhakti Episode 30: How Yoga Changes our Objectives

Mar 30th, 2021 57m 53s

Nitai and Ani talk about the art of reading ancient texts while applying the wisdom in practical life today, and how different understandings lead to different outcomes.

Stream of Bhakti Episode 29: Lean Into Bhakti

Mar 23rd, 2021 1h

Nitai and Kala talk about how a Bhakti yogi deals with life’s turmoils, internal vs external renunciation, how to become the most gentle, and the story of the touchstone.

Stream of Bhakti Episode 28: Prayers of Queen Kunti

Mar 15th, 2021 56m 39s

In honour of Women's History Month, we invited Kala and Manjari to do this episode going through the prayers of Queen Kunti. Our two guest hosts provided valuable insight into the female experience of Bhakti both in the pages of the Bhagavatam

Stream of Bhakti Episode 27: The Story of Queen Kunti

Mar 8th, 2021 1h 9m

Nitai and Ani are joined by Kala and Krishna Prana to introduce one of the greatest women in Bhakti, Queen Kunti. We will be discussing her powerful meditations over the next few weeks with the women from the Kirtan Vancouver team who will help

Stream of Bhakti Episode 26: The Sword Falls

Feb 28th, 2021 1h 2m

Nitai and Ani discuss how suffering awakens compassion in the heart of a Bhakti yogi, the importance of the Bhakti practices, and Arjuna‘s decision about the life of Ashvatthama.

Stream of Bhakti Episode 25: Divine Engineering 101

Feb 22nd, 2021 1h

Nitai and Ani continue to discuss the tragedy of Ashvatthama, how life’s difficulties are engineered to reveal our inner qualities, how our relationship with divinity can be appreciated and perceived, and why we resonate when we see Bhakti qual

Stream of Bhakti Episode 24: Stories from the Mahabharata

Feb 9th, 2021 1h

Nitai and Ani discuss the life of Ashvatthama, the death of his father, his friendship with Arjuna, and how Bhakti was displayed even in the lives of warriors.

Stream of Bhakti Episode 23: The Power of Inner Development

Feb 1st, 2021 59m 58s

Nitai and Ani talk about how we respond to our outer environment based on our inner environment, what happens when we neglect our spiritual development, how the mind and senses are like a train, and the challenge of understanding the Vedic worl

Stream of Bhakti Episode 22: When Life Corners Us

Jan 24th, 2021 59m 47s

Nitai and Ani discuss the lives of ancient warriors, the importance of learning from even the worst kinds of situations, and setting our auto-pilot for difficult times.

Stream of Bhakti Episode 21: It’s Easier to Love Someone than No One

Jan 18th, 2021 1h 3m

Nitai and Ani discuss the freedom found in pure chanting, the power of association, and how Bhakti heightens our propensity to love.

Stream of Bhakti Episode 20: Keeping Body and Soul Together

Jan 11th, 2021 59m 34s

Nitai and Ani talk about Narada’s ashtanga yoga journey and his personal encounter with divinity in the forests of the Himalayas. They discuss the difference between personal wants and personal needs, how to soften the heart through renunciatio

Stream of Bhakti Episode 19: Stages of Love

Dec 21st, 2020 1h 6m

Nitai and Ani talk about the inner journey of yoga, how love really is like a rose, how the Vedic culture turns charity on its head, sustained Bhakti vs sporadic Bhakti, and how Bhakti is more than just a hashtag.

Stream of Bhakti Episode 18: How to Become Fearless

Dec 14th, 2020 1h 7m

Nitai and Ani talk about the four Bhakti ashrams, how yoga is intentional dependence on Divinity, the need for spiritual vulnerability, how Bhakti looks different from other yoga paths, and why the origin of life is important for yoga.

Stream of Bhakti Episode 17: Excavating the Heart

Dec 7th, 2020 57m 34s

Nitai and Ani talk about genuine risk taking in spiritual life, the power of the Sanskrit language, and living in harmony with the natural world.

Stream of Bhakti Episode 16: Spiritual Transformation

Nov 30th, 2020 1h

Nitai and Ani talk about guru relationships, the search for community, stages of spiritual development, the perceptive powers of Bhakti yogis, and Ani’s story about a Vancouver Island wolf.

Stream of Bhakti Episode 15: Artificial Intelligence or the Soul?

Nov 22nd, 2020 57m 26s

Nitai and Ani discuss past lives, fulfilling the soul’s desires, what is not destroyed by time, accumulating spiritual wealth, how we never die, and a few words about cold showers.

Stream of Bhakti Episode 14: The Power of Sacred Space

Nov 16th, 2020 1h 19m

In this episode, Nitai and Ani talk about sacred space in Bhakti, how to do yoga without trying, and how personality can change the world. And don’t miss Nitai’s pilgrimage story and how Krishna lifts a mountain.

Stream of Bhakti Episode 13: Becoming Attracted To Bhakti

Nov 8th, 2020 1h 2m

Wondering what life is like in a Bhakti ashram? Ani and Nitai reflect on their ashram experiences and how Bhakti spreads from one person to another. And don’t miss the past lives part too!

Stream of Bhakti Episode 12 - 5 Truths of Bhakti

Nov 2nd, 2020 1h 2m

Nitai and Ani discuss 5 recurring topics in yoga philosophy. Understanding each topic helps us to connect the experiences of the heart in Bhakti, such as Kirtan, to the thinking mind. With heart and mind united, a Bhakti yogi never loses touch

Stream of Bhakti Episode 11: Are we machines?

Oct 26th, 2020 1h 2m

In today’s episode, Nitai and Ani talk about how a spiritual view of oneself is important to make sense out of life’s challenges. Why do we feel the need for connection and purpose in life? Are we just biological machines or are we spiritual be

Stream of Bhakti Episode 10: Resurfacing from the Modes of Nature Part II

Oct 18th, 2020 59m 50s

Nitai and Ani continue their discussion about the modes of nature and how Vyasadeva’s dilemma is resolved. Find out why parts of Bhakti philosophy are confidential, how the practice of yoga relates to the 3 modes of nature, the importance of ge

Stream of Bhakti Episode 9: Resurfacing from the Modes of Nature Part I

Oct 11th, 2020 59m 44s

This week Nitai and Ani talk about the origins of the Bhagavatam, the root of Bhakti philosophy. Who compiled these books, and why? What was the author’s intention and what was his dilemma? What are the 3 modes of nature and why are they so imp