Omid Safi and mythology expert Joshua Michael Schrei explore the shared threads of spiritual traditions, discussing ecstasy, discernment, and the courage to cultivate a heart that becomes a refuge for others.This episode was originally recorded for The Emerald, a podcast that explores the human experience through a vibrant lens of myth, story, and imaginatio ... Show More
Jul 2025
Ep. 38 -The Mystical Teachings of Ibn ‘Arabi
Omid Safi discusses Sufi teachings from one of the greatest muslim mystics, an Andalusian sage named Ibn ‘Arabi."When Ibn 'Arabi comes, he sits with all of himself. When he's listening, he listens with all of himself. When it's time to go, he gets up with all of himself. All of h ... Show More
55m 46s
Jun 2025
Ep. 37 – The Path of Love, Harmony & Beauty
Illuminating Hazrat Inayat Khan’s teachings on radical love, Omid Safi leads listeners down the Sufi path of love, harmony, and beauty.Today’s podcast is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/beherenow and get on your way to being your best sel ... Show More
1h 13m
Jul 2025
EP 10: Finding Meaning, Dr. Samir Mahmoud on Beauty, Love, and the Psychology of the Divine
Join me on this episode as I sit down with Dr. Sameer Mahmood to explore where psychology, spirituality, and love converge through an Islamic lens. We reflect on Freud and Jung and what we have learnt from these two, but keep coming back to how Islamic wisdom grounds our understa ... Show More
54m 55s
Dec 2024
Sufism, Shi’ism & Mysticism: Connections, Controversies and the School of Najaf with Dr Amir Asghari and Dr Zoheir Esmail
<p>What connects Sufism, Shi’ism, and Mysticism—and what sets them apart? In this episode of 'The AMI Podcast,' Dr Zoheir Esmail is joined by Dr Seyed Amir Hossein Asghari, a Research Associate at Baylor University, to delve into the similarities and ongoing controversies within ... Show More
1h 3m
Dec 2024
Lucy Crisfield - "That Which is Secretly Uttered All Around"
You are listening to the free version of J. Brown Yoga Talks. To hear the rest of our conversation, please subscribe to podcast premium at: https://www.jbrownyoga.com/premium. Lucy Crisfield, founder of Original Wisdom, talks with J about bringing forth the essence of love throug ... Show More
51m 42s
Aug 2023
12 questions to ask before marriage 💍
Discover the wisdom behind the importance of compatibility, communication, and mutual respect in Islamic marriages. Explore the role of love, mercy and compassion as foundational elements that create a nurturing environment for both partners. We discuss the significance of shared ... Show More
1h 18m
Dec 2024
The Heart of Connection: Navigating Relationships
In this episode, Yemi and Ace explore the many facets of relationships—family, friends, work, love, and even the divine. They dive into how these connections shape us, challenge us, and teach us to grow as more loving and compassionate beings. With personal stories, reflections, ... Show More
46m 12s
<div class="default-style">In this episode, Rupert Spira talks with Dr. James Cooke about the n<span style="color: #000000;">on-dual nature of mind and reality. <span class="">They discuss</span> self-enquiry <span class= "">and</span> the nature of consciousness<span class= "">, ... Show More