The Truth to Power Show

Joanna C. Valente, poet and author of "Sexting Ghosts" and "Marys of the Sea", talks LIVE with host Vijay R. Nathan, and guest cohost Claire Van Winkle of Rockaway Writers Workshop, about being human, as an expression of their non binary identification, and how language brings into reality the imagined. Music from Wax Tailor (Que Sera) and Metric (Love You Back).

Poet Nina Pick shares LIVE with host Vijay R. Nathan her passions for depth psychology and ecology that informs truth in her writing. We discuss how we heal from wounds of the personal and collective past and discover pathways for moving forward to create a better world. Music from Frigga.

Sharon Guskin, international bestselling author of "The Forgetting Time", discusses her research into past lives case studies as well as her creative process with host Vijay R. Nathan and co-host Claire Van Winkle. Music from the Pixies. LIVE.

Return guest Tejas Desai converses LIVE with host Vijay R. Nathan and guest cohost Claire Van Winkle about his journey in re-releasing "The Brotherhood" (part one of a chronicle) and his short story collection "Good Americans". We also focus on his reflections on his duty as a writer, a librarian, and an American. Music from Siouxsie and the Banshees, and Elton John.

Musician Tony Georges III reflects on his journey in meditation and music. Host Vijay R. Nathan and guest cohost Claire Van Winkle of Rockaway Writer's Workshop discuss with Tony anarchy, atheism, and karma feedback loops. Featuring a LIVE cover of "Ghost of Tom Joad".

Guest Finn Miller of Finn & His Rustkickers joins Vijay R. Nathan and guest co-host Claire Van Winkle of Rockaway Writer's Workshop on this LIVE episode to discuss the impact of music on Finn's life. We shoot down the bulls**t on Labor Day about the finances around artistic labor to understand our interdependence and "find out where the heart is".

Zen poet Ando talks to host Vijay R. Nathan about stillness, poetry, and her meditative training. We discuss the union of wisdom and compassion, and a return to our ultimate source. INC: Heart Sutra and chanting. Support her work at patreon.com/theunsui

Filmmakers Neha Gautam and Brandon Herman discuss pivotal films in their life and their vision for cinema, society, and themselves. We discuss their work, social justice themes, and how the personal is political. Music from Massive Attack.

Tahir Hussain Faridi Qawwal of Fanna Fi Allah speaks to host Vijay R. Nathan about the music of the mystics. After discussing Sufi Qawwali music, we listen to the masters discuss union with the divine and a sample of music from Fanna Fi Allah.

Poet Sarah Sala talks to Vijay R. Nathan about the midwest, reflections on gun violence, the pressing need for empathy, and the absurdities of academia. Music from Portugal. The Man., Foster the People, and Zero 7.

Two Buddhist meditation teachers within the New Kadampa Tradition discuss the importance of imagination on the journey towards enlightenment in this LIVE episode.

The Mayhem Poets - Scott Raven, Mikumari Caiyhe, and Mason Granger - discuss their process and how their comedically gifted performances of gut wrenching truths are able to leave their audiences forever changed.

NYC Singer / Songwriter Jessie Kilguss shares her perspectives on her music and lessons from her childhood on a farm. Spoiler alert: chickens have died. Music from her new album "The Fastness" and recollections of her play "Tea at Brunch". IMHO, a fun episode for all.

Lyricist and singer, from "Death by Piano", Kalen Lister joins return guests Claire Van Winkle, of Rockaway Writer's Workshop, and Jessica Hinds, Meditative Writing founder, to discuss with host Vijay R. Nathan how creativity can be a pathway for healing in this very #essential LIVE episode of Truth to Power Show.

Artist Seth Friedman talks to host Vijay R. Nathan about how his creative process empowers him to cope with professional challenges and lead him to write the historical fiction novel "The Pilgrim". Follow his Instagram: @instantcure

Literary Safari founder Sandhya Nankani talks to host Vijay R. Nathan about how educational apps, diverse literature, and inclusive editorial practices can further lead the way for social progress. Also, tune in for music from Fanna Fi Allah and a chance to win two tickets to their August 25 Brooklyn show!

Cambodian American author Sokunthary Svay discusses culture, generations, and creativity as expressed in her book "Apsara in New York" with host Vijay R. Nathan. Music from Janelle Monae.

Sherese Francis, Author of "Lucy's Bone Scrolls: The Black Speculative Mystery School", discusses with host Vijay R. Nathan afrofuturism, and her work that looks forward while remembering the past. Music from The Kundalini Genie.

Vijay R. Nathan talks to Shelby Chestnut of Transgender Law Center to discuss strategies to support human rights and also reads from books on American dissent. All featured music is from transgender artists (Ryan Cassata, Shea Diamond, and Shawnee).

Host Vijay R. Nathan talks to filmmaker Joel Fendelman about his documentary Man on Fire that focuses on the self immolation of a white pastor in response and protest to racism in his small Texan town. Readings from "When they call you a terrorist: A black lives matter memoir" and music from the recently released album "Ethereality" by the band Winter.

Host Vijay R. Nathan talks with Greywolf of the band Death by Piano about his musical influences, the changing landscape of the music industry and the ways in which the band achieves musical honesty. Music from Polica, Phantogram, Dolly Parton and, of course, selections from Death by Piano's EP "Countdown".

W. Lance Hunt, author of the novel "A Perfect Blindness", reveals his creative process and talks on the nature of truth with host Vijay R. Nathan with music from the 80s and 90s.

Intuitive empath and practicing tarot reader Hannah Weires talks to host Vijay R. Nathan about her journey into astrology, crystals, and reading tarot for the community via social media. Music: Psychedelic Witchcraft, Annie Lennox, and North by North.

Queens Library Chief Librarian Nick Buron sits with supervising librarian Vijay R. Nathan to discuss the ideas and books that have had the most impact on his life. Music from The Brobot Johnson Experience and readings from many books.

Matthew Corozine talks with host Vijay R. Nathan about the craft of acting as being truthful under imaginary circumstances as well as the very real need for diversity in the profession. Music: Belle and Sebastian