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Nectar Talks Episode 45

Changing Hearts

With Mangalananda Das (aka Michael Cassidy)

Mangalananda Das was a pioneer of non-traditional Indian music in the early days of ISKCON.  After "renouncing" his musical aspirations (and instruments!), in order to join the temple, he found an acoustic guitar in the basement of the Columbus, Ohio, temple and was encouraged to write songs and sing about Krishna. From that point on, Mangalananda went on to write many songs, produce albums and perform his music throughout the country. Listen to Mangalananda Das as he recounts his musical journey and sings us some of his favorites.

For his music go to:

https://www.michaelcassidymusic.com/

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Nectar Talks Episode 44

Bullock Carts, Bollywood & Bhakti

With Gita Dasi Soto

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Guest host Priya Dasi Rose joins Nectar Talks for  this fascinating episode with Gita Dasi. Gita's unique upbringing in ISKCON saw her growing up near London (at Bhaktivedanta Manor) yet also spending large amounts of time riding in a  bullock cart through Europe as her father conducted the Pada Yatra pilgrimages.  From Pada Yatra to India and a career in Bollywood, then eventually settling in Alachua, Gita relates her appreciation of service and association and the many ways to engage our strengths and talents in Krishna's service. 

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Nectar Talks Episode 43 - Sustained by the Holy Name-

With Krishna Kripa Das

Krishna Kripa joins us in this episode of Nectar Talks.  Alachua is one of his several home bases, and he shares with us his life of traveling and preaching, with Harinama as his daily sadhana. His complete dependence on Krishna has assisted him as he ventured through many places and a variety of services.

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Nectar Talks Episode 42 (Last episode of season 2)
 
-Experiencing Work-Life Balance in Bhakti Yoga-
        
With Gadadhar Pandit Das and Namamrita Das

Maintaining Spiritual goals and practices in an ever-evolving world is a special challenge for most spiritual seekers.  Throughout our lives, our duties will change. Family and professional responsibilities, educational duties, and so on may seem like obstacles to spiritual life. But when seen in relation to Krishna, these same duties can propel us to a closer personal relationship with the Divine. As we struggle to balance our spiritual and more “mundane” responsibilities, we can learn to integrate the two, seeing the opportunity for spiritual growth in every situation and thereby allowing our lives to become our practice.  

Join our conversation with Gadadhara Pandit and Namamrita, two Bhakti practitioners with successful careers, for this last episode of season 2, as well as preview of what is to come in NT season 3 with our first guest host Tamohara das, as we explore this ongoing balancing act. 
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Nectar Talks  Episode 41

-Singing Between the Lines: Spiritual Messaging through Music-

With Ekendra Das

Like many devotees, Ekendra Prabhu initially cycled through many “do the needful” services.  As a professional musician, you can imagine his happiness of finally being able to offer those talents in service by hopping on the Straight Edge train and playing in Krsna Conscious bands. His love for theater and comedy kicked in and thus a star (Yama Niyama Dasa Brahmacari) was born!  

Join Ekendra for a lively and dynamic discussion on creative endeavors he’s experienced over the decades.

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Nectar Talks  Episode 40

-Filming Srila Prabhupada and His Movement Through the Lens of Love-

With Yadubara Das

In 1968,  Yadubara was given a professional photography assignment to cover the Hare Krishna movement in New York City.  A year or so later he was given another assignment to do the same in India. That resulted in his becoming a Hare Krishna devotee, and as the first filmmaker on the scene, he was in a prime position to document the spiritual revolution of ISKCON.  He and his wife Vishakha traveled with Srila Prabhupada, filming and photographing him extensively.  Thanks to them, we have film footage, movies, lectures and much more, illustrating the early days of ISKCON and providing everlasting images of Srila Prabhupada.

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Nectar Talks  Episode 39

- An Uncle to All, shares practical insights on the practice of Krishna Consciousness -

With Chaturatma Das 

Most of us have periods in our spiritual journey that can feel dry and mechanical.  Although this is normal, we want to experience the joy and enthusiasm that originally drew us to devotional life in Krishna consciousness. Over the years Chaturatma’s varied services (all joyfully performed!) have taken him to numerous locales worldwide.

Please join our conversation as we explore the importance of spiritual happiness and ways we can bring the joy back into our bhakti.

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Nectar Talk  Episode 38

- Not My Pasture, Not My Problem -

With Kesihanta Das 

Kesihanta Prabhu has performed many services throughout his years in ISKCON.  He was centered mainly in the northeast before moving down to Florida with his wife Devaki.

They have been the heads and hearts behind the cow protection department in Alachua ever since, beginning with Save the Cow, which cared for the retired cows on the farm until the cows and oxen passed away naturally.  Kesihanta now heads up the Alachua Holy Cow Team that manages, trains and cares for the 3 cows and 3 oxen currently on the temple property.  You'll see how an advanced education and professional services ultimately culminate in the highest service -- being a cowherd boy.

Oh!  Did we mention his little side trip to Antarctica?

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Nectar Talks  Episode 37

-Looking Back: The Early Days of ISKCON Alachua and A Life of Service-

With Manusrestha Das and Duhsala Devi Dasi

Duhsala d.d. and Manusrestha d. have made their home in Alachua county for over 5 decades.

They were present for the humble beginning of the Alachua Farm and witnessed it blossom into the vibrant, dynamic, multicultural community it is today. Hear about what those early days were like and the personalities who made it all happen, as well as lessons learned over the years.

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- Spiritual Treasures in Your Own Backyard -

With Bhakta Jim

Meet Jimmy, our friend from Alachua!  

Jim got introduced to Krishna Consciousness through his buddies at Santa Fe High School in Alachua.  He soon became fascinated with spiritual life and his open-minded nature and resourcefulness led him to many treasures locally available.  Like a true nectar hound, Jim was able to find many sangas to support and nourish his rapidly growing love of bhakti.

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