L. Ron Hubbard, the founder of Scientology, visited China and Tibet in 1927, but had a negative view of the people and culture. He spun his experience in his book as a thrilling adventure and began to sketch out story ideas during his boring travel time.
The speaker shares about his struggles with addiction and how modern society has cast off traditional wisdom. He also talks about the importance of experiencing and learning from different types of people.
An examination of how themes in ancient stories can reveal the mindset and culture of the society in which they were written. The discussion includes examples such as the story of the Persians looking to relocate to more luxurious areas after acquiring their empire.
This podcast discusses the history of China's repressive period and challenges the notion that China has better dietary choices than the US. It also examines the lower rates of heart disease in rural China and Papua New Guinea.
Reflecting on the late 60s and 70s, a bold and daring approach to spirituality was taken by many, particularly those who embraced the energy of the early hippie movement.
This episode talks about the history of Western spiritual tourism and how it has evolved from Egypt to India, with a focus on Rishikesh. There is a discussion about the impact of Voltaire on the shift from Egypt to India as the center of spiritualism in the West.