Layering traditional kirtan with instantly accessible melodies and modern instrumentation, Krishna Das has been called yoga’s “rock star.” With a remarkably soulful voice that touches the deepest chord in even the most casual listener, Krishna Das” known to friends, family, and fans as simply KD” has taken the call-and-response chanting out of yoga centers and into concert halls, becoming a worldwide icon and the best-selling western chant artist of all time. His album ‘Live Ananda’ (released January 2012) was nominated for a Grammy in the Best New Age album category. KD spent the late ’60’s traveling across the country as a student of Ram Dass, and in August 1970, he finally made the journey to India, which led him to Ram Dass’ own beloved guru, Neem Karoli Baba, known to most as Maharaj-ji. Given the name Krishna Das, KD began to chant as part of following the path of Bhakti yoga, the yoga of devotion.

In this episode, we discuss:
Spiritual awakening and the need for a deeper connection.
The potency of chanting the divine names.
Chanting divine names as a way to wake up.
The real meaning of divine names.
The role of a teacher in the life of a contemporary seeker.
The purpose of the spiritual path.
Finding freedom by learning to trust ourselves.

More from Krishna Das:

Join Krishna Das on a journey with chanting, stories, and discussion in this 4-Module Course. Learn more and register here.

Layering traditional kirtan with instantly accessible melodies and modern instrumentation, Krishna Das has been called yoga&rsquo;s &ldquo;rock star.&rdquo; With a remarkably soulful voice that touches the deepest chord in even the most casual listener, Krishna Das&rdquo; known to friends, family, and fans as simply KD&rdquo; has taken the call-and-response chanting out of yoga centers and into concert halls, becoming a worldwide icon and the best-selling western chant artist of all time. His album &lsquo;Live Ananda&rsquo; (released January 2012) was nominated for a Grammy in the Best New Age album category. KD spent the late &rsquo;60&rsquo;s traveling across the country as a student of Ram Dass, and in August 1970, he finally made the journey to India, which led him to Ram Dass&rsquo; own beloved guru, Neem Karoli Baba, known to most as Maharaj-ji. Given the name Krishna Das, KD began to chant as part of following the path of Bhakti yoga, the yoga of devotion.
In this episode, we discuss:
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<li aria-level="1">Spiritual awakening and the need for a deeper connection.</li>
<li aria-level="1">The potency of chanting the divine names.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Chanting divine names as a way to wake up.</li>
<li aria-level="1">The real meaning of divine names.</li>
<li aria-level="1">The role of a teacher in the life of a contemporary seeker.</li>
<li aria-level="1">The purpose of the spiritual path.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Finding freedom by learning to trust ourselves.</li>
</ol>
More from Krishna Das:
Join Krishna Das on a journey with chanting, stories, and discussion in this 4-Module Course. <a href="https://www.embodiedphilosophy.com/the-path-of-the-heart-a-4-module-experience-with-krishna-das-chanting-stories-discussion/">Learn more and register here.</a>

Chitheads is a smorgasbord of contemplative education. Each episode is like a mini masterclass, exploring the diverse landscapes of spiritual practice, philosophy, and the transformative power of embodied knowledge. Each episode is crafted with the curious and open heart in mind, aiming to illuminate the path of self-inquiry and empowerment for yoga teachers, scholar-practitioners, meditators and other spiritual seekers and contemplative folks from around the world.

From the profound teachings of Yoga and Buddhism to the sometimes complex theories of contemplative psychology and the vibrant tapestry of indigenous wisdom, our guests share insights that awaken, challenge, and inspire.

With every episode, we dive into discussions that matter, exploring questions that guide us closer to our true selves and to a deeper understanding of the world around us. Our mission is to create a space where wisdom (and not fame, power, or money) is the center of gravity and what we are most concerned about cultivating in this lifetime. 

Join us on Chitheads as we explore the liminal spaces of consciousness, embrace the complexities of the human experience without dogma or self-righteousness, and discover the beauty again and again of the interconnectedness of all things.

Subscribe to Chitheads on YouTube and your favorite podcast platform, and please consider leaving us a positive review on one iTunes, or your favorite podcast player. Come dive into these in-depth conversations that illuminate our path of contemplative discovery. If you’ve felt like you’re the only one full of chit – full of consciousness or awareness ˀ– welcome home. This community of listeners, seekers, and scholar-practitioners is for you.

Chitheads is a smorgasbord of contemplative education. Each episode is like a mini masterclass, exploring the diverse landscapes of spiritual practice, philosophy, and the transformative power of embodied knowledge. Each episode is crafted with the curious and open heart in mind, aiming to illuminate the path of self-inquiry and empowerment for yoga teachers, scholar-practitioners, meditators and other spiritual seekers and contemplative folks from around the world.
From the profound teachings of Yoga and Buddhism to the sometimes complex theories of contemplative psychology and the vibrant tapestry of indigenous wisdom, our guests share insights that awaken, challenge, and inspire.
With every episode, we dive into discussions that matter, exploring questions that guide us closer to our true selves and to a deeper understanding of the world around us. Our mission is to create a space where wisdom (and not fame, power, or money) is the center of gravity and what we are most concerned about cultivating in this lifetime. 
Join us on Chitheads as we explore the liminal spaces of consciousness, embrace the complexities of the human experience without dogma or self-righteousness, and discover the beauty again and again of the interconnectedness of all things.
Subscribe to Chitheads on YouTube and your favorite podcast platform, and please consider leaving us a positive review on one iTunes, or your favorite podcast player. Come dive into these in-depth conversations that illuminate our path of contemplative discovery. If you’ve felt like you’re the only one full of chit – full of consciousness or awareness ˀ– welcome home. This community of listeners, seekers, and scholar-practitioners is for you.

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