8th Element: Analyzing Current Events & Geopolitics Through The Vedic Wisdom Lens For Truth Seekers

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Is the real cause of society's problems political... economic... or spiritual? In this powerful conversation, Dhanesvara Goswami joins Buzz Ryan and Gargs Allard to explore a radical idea: that many of the crises facing humanity—war, violence, drought, social division, anxiety, and moral confusion—are symptoms of a deeper spiritual imbalance. Drawing from the Bhagavad-gita, Srimad Bhagavatam, and...

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What happens when a hardcore punk musician spends decades searching for truth? In this powerful conversation, John Porcelli (Parmman Das) shares his journey from New York's legendary hardcore scene with Youth of Today and Shelter to becoming a yoga teacher, spiritual practitioner, and student of ancient Vedic wisdom. We explore health, consciousness, healing, freedom, personal responsibility, spir...

One of the earliest disciples of Srila Prabhupada joins the 8th Element Podcast for a powerful and deeply controversial conversation about spirituality, society, war, institutional corruption, and the future of Krishna consciousness. Rupanuga Prabhu shares firsthand stories from the early days of the Hare Krishna movement in New York City, his personal experiences with Srila Prabhupada, the Buffal...

What if the biggest battle in the world right now isn’t political… but spiritual? In this profound episode of the 8th Element Podcast, Mukunda Das shares a lifetime of wisdom drawn from his experiences as a musician, law enforcement officer, spiritual teacher, and longtime practitioner of bhakti yoga. The conversation dives deep into: consciousness and social engineering media influence and modern...

This conversation goes deeper than most people are willing to go. In this episode of the 8th Element Podcast, we sit down with Geraecka Lyonns — founder of Mars Rising — to unpack a journey that spans trauma, underground culture, masculinity, and spiritual transformation. From her past in the world of dominatrix work to coaching men and now helping mothers raise strong, grounded sons, Geraecka sha...

What happens when your beliefs are tested… and standing for truth comes with a cost? In this episode of the Eighth Element Podcast, we sit down with John “Prabhu” Kopel to explore the intersection of faith, personal conviction, and independent thinking in one of the most polarizing times in modern history. This isn’t just about politics or opinions—this is about identity, courage, and discernment....

What if the reason so many people feel lost… is because society itself is out of alignment? In this powerful episode of the 8th Element Podcast, we sit down with Vaninath Vasu Das to unpack a bold idea: 👉 There is a proven system for organizing human life—one that creates harmony, purpose, and spiritual growth. But we’ve ignored it. From identity and leadership to purpose and community, this conv...

From the streets of New York to the stages of hardcore punk—and a spiritual journey that changed everything—this episode features an unforgettable, raw conversation with John Joseph, frontman of Cro-Mags. In this powerful episode of the Eighth Element Podcast, John shares a wild, real-life story that sounds like something out of a movie—an intense confrontation in Miami that turns into a full-on s...

What happens when leadership is placed on you… before you feel ready? In this powerful episode of The Eighth Element Podcast, we sit down with a world-renowned spiritual teacher and scholar to unpack the hidden realities of leadership, faith, and truth in the modern world. From being unexpectedly thrust into the role of a guru… to navigating institutional pressure, burnout, and responsibility… thi...

We’re living in a time where truth feels harder to find than ever. In this episode of the Eighth Element Podcast, we go deep into one of the most important conversations of our generation: how people are being influenced, manipulated, and emotionally controlled—often without realizing it. From spiritual principles in Vedic wisdom to modern media narratives, we explore: - Why truthfulness is disapp...

When spiritual truth meets institutional pressure, what should come first—acceptance or integrity? In this thought-provoking episode of the Eighth Element Podcast, we sit down with Prahlad Ananda Swami to explore the tension between spiritual conviction and societal influence—especially during times when questioning dominant narratives can come at a cost. We dive into a controversial and nuanced d...

Can spiritual authority be decided by tradition… or by truth? In this powerful episode of the Eighth Element Podcast, the conversation dives into one of the most controversial debates in modern spirituality: should women be allowed to serve as initiating spiritual teachers? Drawing from decades of experience, scriptural references, and historical context, the guests explore how institutional decis...

What if your spiritual awakening didn’t happen in a temple… but on a nightclub dance floor? In this powerful episode of the 8th Element Podcast, Krishna Rose shares her journey from managing rock legends in the 80s and 90s to experiencing a life-altering encounter with the Bhagavad Gita while on LSD in a London club. From there, everything changed. In This Episode We explore: - Her awakening throu...

A lot of spiritual people are exhausted by politics—and for good reason. It can turn friends into enemies, wreck families, and pull your heart off the path. But what if total disengagement comes with a cost? In this episode of the 8th Element Podcast, Gargs Allard and Buzz Ryan wrestle with one of the hardest questions for people of faith: Should spiritually-minded people pay attention to what’s h...

At 16 years old, he was shot during a triple homicide. Two of his friends died. He shouldn’t have survived. But in the middle of chaos… he started chanting the holy name of God. In this episode of the 8th Element Podcast, Dava shares the night that changed everything — from selling drugs as a teenager to facing death head-on, forgiving the man who killed his friends, and discovering a faith that c...

In a world flooded with headlines, hot takes, and “trust me bro” certainty… how do you tell what’s real? In this inaugural episode of the Eighth Element Podcast (formerly “Eighth House” — long story, trademark issues 😅), we pull back the curtain on how narratives form, why fear is such a powerful weapon, and what it actually looks like to pursue truth without turning it into tribal identity. We t...

What happens when an author leaves this world—and other people decide their words need “improving”? In this episode of the 8th Element Podcast, we sit down with Graham Schweig, PhD aka Garuda Das, a direct disciple of His Divine Grace AC Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada (professor of religion & philosophy; Harvard-trained scholar and author) to unpack one of the most sensitive integrity question...