In this deeply moving HUM conversation, Nagalakshmi Amma shares her life journey shaped by Guru Bhakti, Vedic Dharma, sacrifice, and unconditional love.

Speaking across Tamil, Telugu, Sanskrit, Hindi, and other languages, this episode unfolds as an intimate oral history — a mother’s reflections on:

• Offering her child to a Guru and Ashram life

• Faith versus fear in letting go

• Living by Vedic Dharma, Sandhyavandana, and Seva

• The unseen strength of mothers behind spiritual journeys

• How Guru’s grace guides life beyond personal attachment

• Service without expectation, devotion without condition

This is not just an interview — it is a living testimony of tradition, surrender, and spiritual resilience, shared with honesty, warmth, and wisdom.

 “When the Guru calls, life finds its purpose.”

HUM is a storytelling platform where lived experiences, culture, spirituality, and human journeys come together — told in voices that matter.

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In this episode, Ranjitha opens up about her experiences with music, dance, career choices, and life lessons. Through a candid Q&A, she reflects on creativity, growth, and the moments that shaped her journey. A thoughtful listen for anyone navigating passion and purpose.

In this episode, we share a reflective conversation shaped by real-life experiences, gratitude, and thoughtful observation. The discussion explores how listening, humility, and everyday interactions quietly influence our personal growth.

Rather than offering answers, this episode invites reflection — encouraging listeners to slow down, absorb, and connect with their own experiences.

A gentle, honest conversation for anyone who values depth over noise.

A powerful personal journey from confusion to confidence—through an unexpected visa crisis, family support, and spiritual clarity. Our guest shares the “Life is a Pizza” idea for balancing work, family, learning, and faith, and how Bhagavad Gita shlokas can become real-life tools when everything feels uncertain.

In this heartfelt conversation, Shalu shares her powerful spiritual journey—how a deep Sanskrit background still met its match during Bhagavad Gita Batch 8, and how that “ego bruise” became the doorway to surrender, humility, and true learning.

We talk about the idea of being in a guru’s “energy field,” the discipline behind pronunciation and practice, and what it means to keep showing up even when life is busy and quitting feels easier. Shalu also opens up about how her community work evolved through Videsia Group, and how their seva has grown into Ghar Ghar Ramayana / Sundarkand—bringing Ramcharitmanas, chanting, and devotional music into people’s homes.

The episode ends on a beautiful note with Gita Dhyānam chanting and a reminder: growth is a lifelong yatra—from ego-buddhi to hriday-buddhi (mind to heart).

Topics covered: Bhagavad Gita learning • surrender • guru parampara • seva • Sundarkand • community • prasād buddhi • faith and evolution

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In this episode, we sit down with Jyotishachary Bhagavatrushi Rajgor (BA Jyotish Shashtri | MA Jyotish Aacharya | B.ed Varanasi Kashi | Gold Medalist in Astrology by U.P Governer B.L.Joshi ) , a devoted priest and Jyotish (astrologer), to explore the deeper meaning of astrology, faith, and divine guidance.Rajguru ji shares his personal journey, spiritual experiences, and how Jyotish Shastra is not about fear or business, but about kalyan (well-being), balance, and conscious living. From understanding good and difficult phases of life to the role of poojas, mantras, remedies, and karma, this conversation highlights astrology as a tool for clarity and inner strength.He also speaks about: • The spiritual responsibility of an astrologer • How astrology helps during challenging times • Remedies rooted in scripture and devotion • Personal milestones, recognition, and blessings • The importance of faith, discipline, and intention • Experiences connected to Kashi, Ganga, and Lord ShivaThis episode is a reminder that true astrology guides—it doesn’t control, and that spirituality is meant to empower the common person.✨ A calm, insightful, and deeply spiritual conversation.

Anand shares how his path—from Bombay to the US—led him back to Hindustani music, teaching, and community service. We dive into raga-based improvisation, learning layers in singing, his Hindi teaching method and workbooks, and his culinary roots—ending with a live piece in Raag Yaman/Yaman Kalyan.

In this deeply touching episode, we sit down with Archana Jha, a devotee whose life has been transformed through faith in Sai Baba and Appaji (Ganapathy Sachchidananda Swamiji).

She shares powerful moments—from overcoming a major surgery, to a miraculous pregnancy, to discovering peace and purpose at the Hanuman Temple in Dallas.

Her sincerity, purity of heart, and devotion shine as she reflects on:

• The spiritual path that shaped her life

• Healing through Guru’s blessings

• Her love for dance and fine arts

• The deeper meaning of being a woman and a mother

• Why sharing spiritual experiences helps others grow

A must-listen for anyone seeking inspiration, connection, and hope.

In this heartfelt episode of HUM – Humans, Untold Moments, we sit down with Pravallika, an artist whose work is deeply rooted in devotion, spirituality, and service.

From her first public appearance at the Sri Ramanavami 2025 event to creating a breathtaking 8×8 Govardhan painting for a temple, Pravallika shares how every artwork she creates is a prayer, a surrender, and a connection to the divine.

Through this conversation, she opens up about:

✨ Her emotional connection with Ayodhya Ram and Vishnu

✨ How she conceptualizes divine perspectives in her paintings

✨ The month-long process behind her iconic Ayodhya Ram portrait

✨ The support and blessings she received from GHHS, Prakash uncle, Chandra uncle, and her spiritual community

✨ Her family’s artistic roots — calligraphy, cartooning, and inherited creativity

✨ Teaching children art and building discipline through pencil work

✨ The challenges of balancing motherhood, family duties, and creative pursuit

✨ What Seva means to her — unconditional offering without expectation

✨ Her dream of continuing to create, serve temples, and uplift people through art

Pravallika’s story is not just about painting —

It’s about devotion. Transformation. And the quiet spiritual journeys we all walk within.

Thank you for listening, supporting, and sharing these stories that celebrate humanity, humility, and heart.

In this heartfelt premiere episode of HUM – Heart. Understanding. Mindfulness., we sit down with my dear friend Sadashiva, whose spiritual journey is as unexpected as it is inspiring.

From discovering ancient energies in Bali, to stumbling upon a temple just one mile from home, to embracing yoga, chanting, seva, and the Bhagavad Gita—his path is a reminder that healing often begins with a simple step, a calling, or a moment of curiosity.

We talk about:

• How his search for clarity and peace led him to Swami Ganapati Sachchidananda

• The transformative impact of yoga beyond the physical asanas

• His emotional and spiritual experiences at Hanuman Chalisa, Gita classes, and temple satsangs

• Parenting, teaching, and carrying peace into daily life

• The role of sadhana, bhakti, detachment, and inner contentment

• How community, seva, and presence can heal others without even trying

This deep, honest conversation explores how spiritual practice becomes a way of living—not just learning.

A beautiful reminder that peace is found not only in temples, but in the classrooms, garages, living rooms, and ordinary moments of life.

HUM Season 1, Episode 1