The Vital Veda Podcast: Ayurveda | Vedic Wisdom | Holistic Health & Natural Healing

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  Sound: The Most Subtle & Most Powerful Sense - Vedic Wisdom on Voice, Hearing & Divine Speech | Dylan Smith #155 28.06.2026 42min

  Sound is the most subtle of the senses. And according to the Vedas, because it is the most subtle, it is also the most powerful. What you speak, how you speak, and what you allow yourself to hear shapes the quality of your mind, your consciousness, and ultimately the person you become. Recorded live during a sound healing evening in London, Dylan Smith explores the Vedic understanding of sound, speech, hearing, and consciousness. Beginning with the science of vibration and moving into the phi...
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  Jyotish Gemstones: Choosing the Right Planetary Stone for Your Chart and What to Avoid | Tiffany April Raines #154 30.04.2026 1h 11min

  Gemstones are not just decorative. In Jyotiṣa (Vedic Astrology), they are used as precise tools to amplify planetary influences and shift the trajectory of karma. In this episode, Dylan Smith sits down with Vedic Gemologist and Jyotiṣī Tiffany April Raines to explore how astrological gemstones actually work, why quality is everything, and the level of responsibility required when using them. Tiffany is the co-owner of Astrological Gem International and has spent nearly two decades studying, t...
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  EMF and Cellular Health: A Telecom Engineer Explains What's Actually Happening to Your Body | Daniel DeBaun #153 26.03.2026 1h 20min

  In this eye-opening conversation, Dylan sits with telecommunications engineer Daniel DeBaun to explore how modern electromagnetic fields (EMFs) interact with human biology and what we can do to maintain strong cellular energy in an increasingly wireless world. Our bodies are fundamentally electrical. Every nerve impulse, heartbeat, and cellular signal depends on delicate electrical gradients. Yet today we are constantly surrounded by artificial electromagnetic signals from mobile phones, WiFi...
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  Solar and Lunar Eclipses: What Ayurveda, Jyotish and Mantra Say You Should (and Shouldn't) Do | #152 23.02.2026 1h 28min

  When an eclipse happens, something shifts. The light changes. The atmosphere feels different. Traditionally, these moments were never treated as ordinary. In this episode, Dylan is joined by Jyotishi and Ayurvedic practitioner Laura Plumb, Vaidya Dr Krishna Raju, Vaidya and medical astrologer Dr Harsha Raju, and mantra teacher Purnesh. Together they explore eclipses through the lenses of Ayurveda, Jyotish and mantra śāstra. They speak about Rahu and Ketu, the difference between solar and luna...
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  The Role of Fear in Disease: How Prana, Pulse Diagnosis and Ayurveda Address the Root | Dr A.V. Raju 15.01.2026 1h 7min

  In this profound wisdom session, Dylan sits with Dr Krishna Raju to explore how fear consciousness disrupts health, and how prāṇa, pulse awareness, and subtle Ayurvedic sciences restore balance at the deepest level. Rather than approaching disease as something external to fight, this conversation returns to a core Ayurvedic truth: health and illness arise first in consciousness. Through stories, clinical insights, and lineage-based knowledge, Dr Raju explains how fear weakens prāṇa, how confi...
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  How to Heal a Hernia Naturally & Without Surgery | George Hirst #150 21.11.2025 1h 4min

  Ever been told surgery is your only option for a hernia—and felt deep down there must be another way? In this episode, Dylan sits down with George Hirst, founder of Comfort Truss, who healed his inguinal hernia naturally after being told it was impossible. George shares the physical, emotional, and practical steps that took him from a painful two-golf-ball bulge to living symptom-free—no mesh, no surgery. Together they unpack what a hernia really is, why it develops, and the five core factors...
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  Samudra Manthana: The Vedic Story of the Churning of the Ocean and Its Hidden Meaning | Dylan Smith 18.10.2025 29min

  From the depths of the cosmic ocean, Dhanvantari arose - radiant and serene, carrying the pot of Amṛta, the nectar of immortality. This is the birth of Ayurveda, the birth of healing itself. In this special Dhanteras episode, Dylan retells the ancient Vedic story of the Samudra Manthana (the Churning of the Ocean of Milk) and reveals how this timeless myth mirrors the process of transformation within us all. As light and shadow churn together, both poison and nectar emerge, showing that heal...
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  What Makes a Mantra Powerful? The Science of Sound, Initiation and Mantra Shastra | Purnesh 28.08.2025 58min

  Ever wondered what makes a mantra truly powerful? Is it the precision of pronunciation, the ancient lineage it comes from, or the sincerity of the heart behind it? In this episode, Dylan speaks with Purnesh (formerly Swami Purnachaitanya), a teacher and practitioner who has spent over twenty years immersed in the Vedic tradition of mantra. Together they explore what mantra really is - not just words or sounds, but vibrations that carry & enliven consciousness itself. The conversation trac...
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  The Real History of Chai: Ancient Ayurvedic Spices, Colonial Trade and How to Make It Properly | Mira Manek 26.06.2025 55min

  Step into the aromatic world of Indian chai with Mira Manek, author of The Book of Chai and founder of Chai by Mira. In this episode, we trace the surprising history of how tea became India’s most beloved beverage - through colonial trade routes, opium, and clever British marketing. Mira shares chai-making secrets passed down through generations: from the Ayurvedic ritual of boiling milk three times, to unlocking spice potency with proper preparation (spoiler: whole ginger slices won’t cut it...
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  Why Honey Deserves a Place in Infant Care: Debunking the Honey Myth 27.03.2025 20min

  For millennia, honey has been treasured across cultures as a symbol of nourishment and healing, particularly for infants. Yet in 1978, Western medicine abruptly deemed it unsafe for babies under one year old due to concerns about botulism. But was this ban truly justified, or did precaution overshadow ancient wisdom and emerging scientific insights? While infant botulism is an extremely rare condition, modern research reveals that most cases stem from environmental spores, not honey consumpti...
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  Natural Baby Immunisation: What Ayurveda Offers Beyond the Vaccine Schedule | Dylan Smith 13.03.2025 52min

  Human adaptation has shaped an extraordinary immune system in your child over millions of years—yet modern interventions often overlook this innate intelligence instead of strengthening it. In this episode, Dylan explores how to nurture your child’s immunity using time-tested Ayurvedic wisdom and holistic parenting approaches that work in harmony with the body’s natural defenses. He also addresses key parental concerns around vaccines, vitamin K injections, and the honey “ban” for infants, of...
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  Shilajit: The Myths, Magic and Dangers of This Powerful Mountain Medicine | Dr Sumit Kesarkar & Vaidya Dr J.R. Raju 13.01.2025 51min

  “There is no curable disease in the universe which has cannot be effectively cured by śilājatu, [but only] when administered at the appropriate time, in combination with suitable herbs and by adopting the prescribed protocol”. ~ Caraka Samhitā, authoritative classical Ayurveda text I’m Dylan Smith, an Ayurveda practitioner and educator, and in case you have not heard of Shilajit, it is one of Ayurveda’s most revered herbal substances. This potent, mineral-rich resin sourced from rocky mount...
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  What Men Should Know About the Menstrual Cycle: Ayurveda, Empathy and Relationship Harmony | Sophia Pace 12.12.2024 1h 15min

  The menstrual cycle is more than a physical process—it's a profound opportunity for growth, self-reflection, and harmony. For this episode we have a twist on our usual podcast format: Dylan is interviewed by guest host Sophia Pace as they explore the profound wisdom and misunderstood beauty of the menstrual cycle. Together, they delve into the rhythms of the menstrual cycle and discuss how aligning with these natural processes can foster understanding, empathy, and balance in relations...
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  Sacred Vedic Art and Temple Architecture: The Hidden Mathematics of Shilpa Shastra | Drdha Vrata Gorrik 15.11.2024 59min

  In this episode, we delve into the ancient and sacred science of Shilpa Shastra, the Vedic art of sacred architecture and sculpture, with Drdha Vrata Gorrick, a master of this profound tradition. Drdha unravels the deep wisdom behind the intricate design principles that have shaped India’s temples and sacred spaces for millennia, exploring the divine proportions, symmetry, and ornamentation that elevate both the material and spiritual realms. Learn how Shilpa Shastra integrates art and spirit...
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  Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Sudarshan Kriya, Global Peace and the Art of Living at Scale 18.10.2024 39min

  For this episode I had the honour of interviewing Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, a world-renowned spiritual teacher and the founder of one of the largest spiritual organisations in the world today, Art of Living. This interview occurred in person, after the unforgettable Navaratri celebrations at the Art of Living Ashram in Bangalore. This sacred festival drew over 40,000 people together, creating a profound atmosphere of worship, meditation and spiritual harmony. Join us as we delve into t...
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  Coherent Water: The Science Behind Structured Hydration and Why Your Water May Not Be Nourishing You | Mario Brainovic 12.10.2024 1h 9min

  Join us in this transformative episode featuring Mario Brainović, CEO of Analemma Water, and a leading water science expert. Mario shares insights from over 15 years of scientific research, revealing how coherently structured water enhances human biology, boosts energy levels, and improves soil vitality. Learn how coherent water can harmonise brainwaves, support your microbiome, increase plant resilience against electromagnetic pollution, and so much more. Explore the remarkable intelli...
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  Aware Parenting: How Allowing Children to Cry and Laugh Fully Heals Stress and Trauma | Marion Rose PhD 19.09.2024 1h 44min

  Curious about how tuning into your child's emotions can transform both their world and yours? Join us for an eye-opening conversation with Marion Rose, PhD, a pioneer in Aware Parenting. Discover how this revolutionary approach goes beyond fulfilling basic needs and delves into the emotional depths of children, fostering their healing from stress and trauma. In this episode, Marion reveals the power of emotional expression—be it crying or laughing—in nurturing a child's well-being and fosteri...
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  Psychedelics and Spirituality: Ram Dass, Neem Karoli Baba and the Questions That Remain | Raghu Markus 04.09.2024 59min

  In this riveting conversation, we sit down with Raghu Markus to delve into the profound connection between psychedelics and spiritual traditions. Journey with us as Raghu shares his intimate experiences with the famous Indian guru, Neem Karoli Baba (a.k.a. Maharajji) and Ram Dass, exploring how these encounters shaped his understanding of universal love, non-duality, and the integration of psychedelics into spiritual practice. Uncover the powerful stories of Ram Dass’s evolution from psychede...
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  Proof of Heaven: A Neurosurgeon's Near-Death Experience and What It Reveals About Consciousness | Dr. Eben Alexander 01.08.2024 1h 15min

  What if a near-death experience could radically reshape your understanding of life? In this episode, Dr. Eben Alexander shares the profound insights he gained from his own extraordinary NDE (Near Death Experience), following a week-long coma induced by a rare E. coli bacterial meningoencephalitis. Dr. Alexander takes us on a journey through otherworldly realms, including a light-filled portal and encounters with angelic beings. His experience, alongside remarkable NDEs from figures lik...
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  Travelling India Without Getting Sick: Ayurvedic Health Tips for Asia Travel | Dylan Smith 27.06.2024 27min

  Curious about how to maintain your health while exploring the rich cultures of India and Asia? Whether you're worried about catching "Delhi belly" or blending safely with the local customs, this episode is packed with practical advice and Ayurvedic wisdom to ensure a smooth journey. In this episode, we'll uncover the Ayurvedic principles that support better food combinations and highlight common pitfalls to avoid. We'll also discuss the importance of some refined hygiene practices, to ...