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EPISODE · Oct 16, 2025 · 55 MIN

192. Stories that Awaken the Human Spirit with Paola di Florio & Peter Rader

from The Wholeness Network · host MindBodySpirit.fm

In this powerful episode, I’m joined by Paola di Florio and Peter Rader — the creative, heart-centered filmmaking duo behind the acclaimed documentaries Awake: The Life of Yogananda and My Father, The Healer. Paola is an Oscar- and Emmy-nominated filmmaker, celebrated for her ability to capture the depth of the human spirit through story. Peter is a writer and director best known for his first screenplay, which became the major motion picture Waterworld. Together, their work bridges art, consciousness, and transformation. We talk about: The making of Awake and how Yogananda’s teachings continue to awaken seekers around the world The intimate, healing journey behind My Father, The Healer How storytelling can serve as a path of awakening and inner alchemy This episode is an invitation to rediscover the healer within — and to see how film can open hearts and raise consciousness. Be inspired by their wisdom, creativity, and courage to tell stories that change lives. Connect with Paola and Peter https://www.thisiscounterpointfilms.com/ Watch My Father the Healer https://wholebodymeditation.com/ https://illuminatefilmfestival.com/film-guide/ Watch AWAKE: The Life of Yogananda https://amzn.to/4h02HxL Watch the video version of this conversation in the wholeness library. Explore The Wholeness Library App FREE! Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/wholeness-library/id1545002697 ⁠ Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.thewholenessnetwork.thewholenessnetwork On the web https://www.thewholenessnetwork.com/⁠ Follow us ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thewholenessnetwork/⁠ ⁠https://www.facebook.com/thewholenessnetwork⁠ Leave us a message! tel:646-883-3350 Information is intended for entertainment onlyWatch the video version in the wholeness library.Explore The Wholeness Library App FREE!Apple:https://apps.apple.com/us/app/wholeness-library/id1545002697 ⁠Android:https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.thewholenessnetwork.thewholenessnetworkOn the web https://www.thewholenessnetwork.com/⁠Follow us⁠https://www.instagram.com/thewholenessnetwork/⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/thewholenessnetwork⁠Leave us a message! tel:646-883-3350Information is intended for entertainment only

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