Beyond The Known

After days of meditating 10 to 12 hours a day on a silent retreat, Jitesh Vaswani came home with a letter he had written to himself from a place of deep clarity. In this solo episode, he reads it aloud for the first time. He unpacks two of its most powerful lines, tracing them back to old heartbreak, unconscious people-pleasing, and a quiet but profound realization about what winning on a spiritual path actually looks like. If you have ever felt behind, burnt out, or like your inner voice has gone quiet, this one was made for you.

Lahna Turner is a stand-up comedian, musician, filmmaker, and co-director of 'Come What May,' the documentary about her late husband Ralphie May. In this episode she speaks with rare honesty about what it is like to love someone through addiction, raise children inside that chaos, and then find the courage to rebuild. If you have ever tried to save someone who did not want to be saved, or you are quietly drowning while someone loud beside you gets all the help, this conversation is for you.

Brad Sugars built the world's largest business coaching franchise from a single accidental phrase at a seminar. But the deeper lesson from 33 years coaching entrepreneurs isn't about systems or cash flow. It's about why most business owners are building a prison without knowing it, and what it actually takes to build something that can outlast you. From the four phases of a scalable business to the psychology of exits, strategic buyers, and why your first million is about you but your next ten million requires you to let go, this is one of the most practical and perspective-shifting conversations we have had on the show.

Elan Gepner-Dales was 11 years old when a classmate died of leukemia and his world fell apart. What followed were years of depression, nihilism, burnout, and a relentless search for something that could hold. What he found was breath. Now as Executive Director of SKY Schools USA, Elan has brought breathwork and social-emotional learning into 265 schools across 29 states, responding to a youth mental health epidemic where 30% of graduating seniors carry diagnosable anxiety disorders. This conversation is about what we owe our children, what ancient wisdom offers that no pill can, and why the most powerful tool for the next generation has been inside them all along.

Kanwal Rekhi was two years old when he stood alone in a flood during the Partition of India, separated from his family in a temple. Decades later, he would stand equally alone as the first Indian-American to take a venture-backed company public on NASDAQ. In this conversation with host Jitesh Vaswani, Kanwal traces the full arc: the glass ceilings he hit as an engineer, the moment a former employee became an entrepreneur and dared him to do the same, and what it really took to build Excelan and co-found TiE. His memoir is called 'The Groundbreaker.' This episode will remind you why it is not a shame to fail as an entrepreneur but it would be a shame never to try.

Leanne Perice built MADE BY ALL from cold emails and zero connections into one of the most respected talent management companies in the creator economy, now overseeing a combined audience of 1.3 billion people. In this conversation with Jitesh Vaswani, she shares the spiritual practice that guides every business decision, the MBA framework she created to turn creators into household names, and the lesson her mother taught her in a funeral home that completely changed how she thinks about serving her clients. This is a rare, unguarded look at what it means to lead with soul in an industry that rarely slows down long enough to ask why.

John Osborne has lived inside two worlds most people never enter separately, let alone together. He spent years in a Trappist monastery in silence, built a three-decade career in venture capital and investment banking, helped thousands of military veterans heal from PTSD through breathwork, and has traveled the world with Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar since 1989. In this conversation, John traces the single thread running through all of it: the direct experience of consciousness that no credential can fully describe and no analysis can replace. If you have ever felt that your inner life and your outer ambitions are pulling in opposite directions, this episode is for you.

For over four decades, Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar has been proving that peace is not an idea, it is a capacity. His breathing and meditation techniques have reached veterans, prisoners, former gang members, Yazidi survivors, and Iraqi widows, often in places almost every other NGO had already left. In this episode, Filiz Odabas-Geldiay, Executive Director of the International Association for Human Values and a longtime collaborator with Gurudev, shares what it has been like to carry his vision into the world's hardest places: traveling into Iraq's red zone, the Yazidi delegation that walked in sobbing and changed everything, and the overnight press release that put their crisis on the world's radar. She also opens up about the fibromyalgia that first led her to Gurudev, a witnessing experience that confirmed her path, and why her greatest advice is to stop taking it easy, and take it hard.

At 13 years old, Dr. Emily Letran was smuggled out of Vietnam in the middle of the night, spent 7 days at sea surviving on sips of water, and landed in America with almost no English and an entirely unwritten future. In this deeply moving conversation, she shares what that journey actually felt like from the inside, and how the love and gratitude she held onto in a refugee camp became the foundation for everything she has built since. From dentist to high performance coach, film festival co-founder, and United Nations speaker, her story is not about hustle. It is about an unbreakable spirit that chose peace every single time it had a choice.

Moe Rock, CEO of The Los Angeles Tribune and 2x Grammy-nominated producer, did the unthinkable: he secured a 2026 Grammy nomination for Milli Vanilli, 36 years after they were forced to return theirs. But this conversation isn't about pop culture nostalgia. It's about why he built a media empire that refuses to profit from fear, how one meeting with Gurudev rewired his understanding of power, and why he's launching the world's first AI pop star dedicated to peace. This is leadership, purpose, and redemption at the highest frequency.

In this powerful solo episode of Beyond The Known, host Jitesh Vaswani speaks directly to the version of you who is tired, overwhelmed, doubting yourself, yet still refuses to quit. This is a deep dive into the self-growth journey, the personal development journey, and the invisible inner fire that shapes every true transformation.Drawing from ancient Vedic concepts like Tapas (the inner fire) and Titiksha (forbearance), Jitesh breaks down what actually happens inside you when you keep going through the doubt, the loneliness, the 4:30 am alarms, the rejections, and the silence.This episode is a mirror for anyone on a journey of personal growth, a journey of self improvement, or a season where everything feels heavy. It is a reminder that the heat you feel is not punishment it is forging. It is burning away what no longer serves you so something truer can rise.🔥 In this episode, you’ll learn:• Why your journey feels lonely (and why that’s the sign of a real path)• What Tapas truly means and how it powers your personal growth journey• How Titiksha helps you stay steady when everything inside wants to explode• Why showing up when no one is watching builds real emotional resilience• How invisible reps create strength your future self will thank you for• Why the self discovery and personal development path requires fire• How every morning you don’t quit adds fuel to your inner evolution• Why your self improvement journey matters more than you thinkThis solo episode is for every dreamer, builder, creator, and first-generation trailblazer who is quietly walking the harder road. If you’re ever thinking, “I want to give up,” this episode is the antidote.🔥 Keep the fire alive.🔥 Keep walking through the unknown.🔥 Your future self is already thanking you.🔥 This is Beyond The Known. Hosted by Jitesh Vaswani.

In this powerful and deeply emotional inspirational leadership story, host Jitesh Vaswani sits down with entrepreneur, mentor, and humble leader David Guttman, who shares the extraordinary real-life near-death experience that changed his entire life. At just 24 years old, David was told he had six months to live, and that moment became the greatest comeback story — transforming everything he believed about success, identity, purpose, and leadership.From climbing the corporate ladder to hitting rock bottom and facing mortality, David reveals how leadership lessons from adversity shaped him into a leader driven by service over ego. He explains how surviving a misdiagnosis helped him understand what truly matters in life after loss, showing that external achievements mean nothing without meaning, humility, and contribution.Today, David builds companies rooted in humanity and trust, proving that humility in leadership and listening are real strengths. He openly shares his view on education, asking the bold question: Is an MBA worth it anymore? After publicly tearing up his Wharton MBA, he launched a movement shifting focus from theory to real-world ownership and purpose.This episode is a masterclass in finding your purpose, choosing service over status, and discovering life purpose after hitting rock bottom. It challenges you to rethink success and reflect on gratitude after a near-death experience.If you’re looking for perspective, healing, or direction, or wondering what facing mortality taught him about success, meaning, and leadership, this conversation will change how you see life.Links Mentioned in Episode🧘‍♂ Learn Art of Living Part 1: https://bit.ly/3ZDssMJ🔥 Shankara: https://bit.ly/3SPGVBE🔥 Sri Sri Tattva: https://bit.ly/4mWKO5q📲 Follow Jitesh Vaswani Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jiteshvaswani | YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@beyondtheknownpodcast📲 Connect with David Guttman YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OfficialDavidGuttman | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daverguttman/

In this deeply moving episode of Beyond The Known, host Jitesh Vaswani sits down with Yumi, who shares her extraordinary journey from losing everything to discovering the unshakable peace within. Once homeless and broken, Yumi found healing through meditation, compassion, and the quiet strength of presence.From surviving the streets to finding solace in silence, Yumi’s story reveals how life’s greatest losses can become powerful gateways to transformation. Guided by mindfulness and awareness, she turned pain into purpose, proving that peace is not something to seek, but something to return to.Through moments of vulnerability, courage, and grace, this conversation invites you to see that rock bottom is never the end, it’s the beginning of awakening. Yumi’s insights on resilience, inner healing, and gratitude will remind you that even in the darkest moments, light is always waiting within.This episode is for anyone seeking hope, healing, and the strength to begin again.Links Mentioned in the Episode: 🧘‍♀️ Learn Art of Living Part 1: https://bit.ly/3ZDssMJ 🧘‍♀️ Learn Art of Living with Jitesh Vaswani: https://bit.ly/4dzyTpS 🔥 Shankara: https://bit.ly/3SPGVBE 🔥 Sri Sri Tattva: https://bit.ly/4mWKO5q📲 Connect with Jitesh Vaswani: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jiteshvaswani/ 💥 More from Beyond the Known: https://www.youtube.com / @beyondtheknownpodDon’t forget to Like, Comment, Subscribe, and Share if this episode speaks to your heart.

On this episode of Beyond the Known, host Jitesh Vaswani sits down with his brother Sandeep Vaswani, a corporate leader, mentor, and Art of Living teacher, to explore a journey that bridges leadership, discipline, and deep inner transformation.From being an engineering student introduced to meditation by his father to becoming a global influencer guiding thousands through Art of Living courses, Sandeep’s story is a reflection of how self-awareness and the power of gratitude can reshape not only your career but also your sense of purpose.Through heartfelt stories of healing from heartbreak, academic challenges, and rediscovering meaning, he shares how meditation became his compass for clarity, balance, and growth. Whether you’re asking yourself, “How do I find my purpose in life?” or looking for practical tools to bring peace into a busy world, this conversation will leave you inspired to lead with calm confidence and conscious action.🌟 In this episode, you’ll hear about:- Turning personal challenges into stepping stones for growth- How meditation can transform heartbreak, stress, and addiction- The role of mindset, mentorship, and openness in personal evolution- Why discipline and love are the foundations of sustainable success- How the Art of Living approach blends spirituality with modern leadershipSandeep’s story is a reminder that success is not about speed - it’s about stillness. His message: lead with love, live with purpose, and let clarity be your compass.🔗 Links Mentioned in the Episode: 🧘 Learn Art of Living Part 1: https://bit.ly/3ZDssMJ 🧘 Learn Art of Living with Jitesh Vaswani: https://bit.ly/4dzyTpS 🔥 Shankara: https://bit.ly/3SPGVBE 🔥 Sri Sri Tattva: https://bit.ly/4mWKO5q 📲 Connect with Jitesh Vaswani: https://www.instagram.com/jiteshvaswani📲 Connect with Sandeep Vaswani: https://www.instagram.com/vaswanisandeep/ 💥 More from Beyond the Known: https://www.youtube.com / @beyondtheknownpodDon’t forget to Like, Comment, Subscribe, and Share.#podcast #BeyondTheKnown #Meditation #Mindfulness #Leadership #SandeepVaswani #ArtOfLiving #Purpose #Discipline #InnerPeace

In this reflective solo episode of Beyond The Known, host Jitesh Vaswani delves deep into one of the most challenging lessons in leadership and self-development: how to stop people-pleasing and lead with authenticity.Through powerful insights on authentic leadership, entrepreneur mindset, and emotional resilience, Jitesh explores how constantly seeking validation weakens your vision and disconnects you from your truth. Drawing from personal experiences of doubt, rejection, and inner growth, he reveals that being disliked is not a setback. It’s a sign that you’re finally being real.This episode serves as a mirror for anyone learning how to build self-confidence, set boundaries, and live with purpose rather than approval. It’s an honest reflection on what it means to grow, lead, and stay true, even when it’s uncomfortable. In this episode, you’ll learn: • Why seeking validation keeps you from real growth • How to stop people pleasing and start leading with confidence • The link between authentic leadership and inner peace • How to build self-confidence rooted in self-worth, not approval • How to strengthen emotional resilience through criticism and challenge • Why every self-improvement journey begins with discomfort • How to align your entrepreneur mindset with authenticity and purpose Links Mentioned in the Episode: Learn Art of Living Part 1: https://bit.ly/3ZDssMJ Learn Art of Living with Jitesh Vaswani: https://bit.ly/4dzyTpS Shankara: https://bit.ly/3SPGVBE Sri Sri Tattva: https://bit.ly/4mWKO5q Connect with Jitesh Vaswani – @jiteshvaswani More from Beyond The Known: https://www.youtube.com/@beyondtheknownpod Don’t forget to Like, Comment, Subscribe, and Share if this conversation on authentic leadership, emotional resilience, and self-confidence resonates with you.

In this episode of Beyond The Known, Jitesh Vaswani sits down with Scott Clary - entrepreneur, storyteller, and host of the Success Story Podcast - for an unfiltered conversation about ambition, failure, and the long road to redefining success and personal fulfillment.Together, they explore real lessons in entrepreneurship and business growth, the importance of authentic storytelling in business, and how to turn failure into success through resilience and mindset shifts.Scott opens up about his early struggles, the lessons he learned from corporate life to entrepreneurship, and why authenticity is the new superpower in leadership and business. This is more than just another success story podcast - it’s a deep dive into what it takes to stay real, grow, and thrive.🚀 In this episode, you’ll discover:Why Learning from Failure Is Essential for Entrepreneurial Success and Business GrowthHow to Tell Authentic Stories That Build Audience Trust and Long-Term Brand Loyalty OnlineBalancing Corporate Safety with Entrepreneurial Risk: Navigating Innovation and Stability in BusinessScott’s Proven Roadmap for Resilience, Adaptability, and Personal Reinvention as an EntrepreneurThe Harm of Chasing External Validation in Business: Building True Fulfilment and Internal Motivation InsteadThis conversation will inspire anyone seeking motivation to keep going when facing failure, personal growth through entrepreneurship, and the mindset shifts every entrepreneur needs to succeed.This is not just another talk about success - it’s a real conversation about ambition, purpose, and living authentically.🔗 Links Mentioned in the Episode:🧘 Learn Art of Living Part 1: https://bit.ly/3ZDssMJ 🧘 Learn Art of Living with Jitesh Vaswani: https://bit.ly/4dzyTpS 🔥 Shankara: https://bit.ly/3SPGVBE 🔥 Sri Sri Tattva: https://bit.ly/4mWKO5q📲 Connect with: 👉 Jitesh Vaswani – https://www.instagram.com/jiteshvaswani 👉 Scott Clary – https://www.instagram.com/scottdclary/💥 More from Beyond The Known: 🎧 https://www.youtube.com/@beyondtheknownpodDon’t forget to Like, Comment, Subscribe & Share if you believe in authentic leadership, growth mindset, and entrepreneurial resilience.

In this intimate solo episode of Beyond the Known, host Jitesh Vaswani shares a deeply personal reflection on gratitude, belonging, and stepping into his true agency. Recorded from his childhood home in Vikaspuri, India, this conversation unfolds through stories of family, community, and the courage to align ambition with purpose.From the quiet power of fulfilled desires to practices that turn gratitude into strength, Jitesh offers listeners a gentle yet transformative invitation: pause, reflect, and lead from abundance rather than lack.🌟 In this episode, you’ll hear about:Rediscovering belonging and community during times of challengeA gratitude practice that reshapes ambition into serviceThe balance between dreams, desires, and contentmentPractical steps to celebrate wins and align with purposeThe spiritual energy of Navaratri and how to honor it in daily life🔗 Links Mentioned in the Episode: 🧘 Learn Art of Living Part 1: https://bit.ly/3ZDssMJ 🧘 Learn Art of Living with Jitesh Vaswani: https://bit.ly/4dzyTpS 🔥 Shankara: https://bit.ly/3SPGVBE 🔥 Sri Sri Tattva: https://bit.ly/4mWKO5q 📲 Connect with Jitesh Vaswani: @jiteshvaswani 💥 More from Beyond the Known: https://www.youtube.com/@beyondtheknownpod✨ Don’t forget to Like, Comment, Subscribe, and Share.

In this profound conversation with host Jitesh Vaswani, Dan Millman, world champion gymnast, Stanford coach, best-selling author of Way of the Peaceful Warrior, and global teacher, reveals how discipline, surrender, resilience, and awareness shaped his life’s philosophy. From winning championships against all odds to a life-altering motorcycle accident, Dan’s story is a masterclass in turning setbacks into strength and finding clarity.Discover the timeless wisdom of the Peaceful Warrior philosophy; balancing inner peace with outer action, embracing mentors and relationships as teachers, and cultivating excellence over success. Whether you’re seeking meaning, struggling with comparison in the age of social media, or searching for practical tools to manage everyday stress, this episode offers powerful insights to help you live with courage and calm.Links Mentioned in the Episode:🧘‍♂️ Learn Art of Living Part 1: bit.ly/3ZDssMJ🧘‍♂️ Learn Art of Living with Jitesh Vaswani: bit.ly/4dzyTpS🔥 Shankara: bit.ly/3SPGVBE🔥 Sri Sri Tattva: bit.ly/4mWKO5q📲 Connect with Jitesh Vaswani: www.instagram.com/jiteshvaswani/🎧 More from Beyond the Known: instagram.com/beyondtheknownpod | youtube.com/@beyondtheknownpodc…si=cnHLfr_kXuRUJikj📲 Connect with Dan Millman: www.instagram.com/danmillmanpw/✨ Don’t forget to Like, Comment, Subscribe, and Share if this episode speaks to you

In this informative episode of Beyond the Known, host Jitesh Vaswani sits down with Dr. Steven Storage, a triple board-certified psychiatrist who left traditional academia to challenge the outdated models of psychiatry. Dr. Storage introduces us to a revolutionary perspective: mental health is brain health. Through advanced imaging, science-backed frameworks, and a focus on true brain function, he reveals how we can move beyond labels, stigma, and guesswork in treating conditions like anxiety, depression, ADHD, and dementia.From uncovering the BRIGHT MINDS framework for dementia prevention to exploring how sleep, exercise, and nutrition are the pillars of brain health, this episode bridges modern neuroscience with timeless wisdom. Whether you’re curious about managing mental health differently or simply seeking practical tools for wellness, this conversation will change how you think about your brain and your life.Links Mentioned in the Episode: 🧘‍♂️ Learn Art of Living Part 1: https://bit.ly/3ZDssMJ 🧘‍♂️ Learn Art of Living with Jitesh Vaswani: https://bit.ly/4dzyTpS 🔥 Shankara: https://bit.ly/3SPGVBE 🔥 Sri Sri Tattva: https://bit.ly/4mWKO5q📲 Connect with Jitesh Vaswani: https://www.instagram.com/jiteshvaswani/🎧 More from Beyond the Known: https://instagram.com/beyondtheknownpod | https://youtube.com/@beyondtheknownpodcast?si=cnHLfr_kXuRUJikj📲 Connect with Dr Steven Storage: https://www.instagram.com/drstevenstorage/ ✨ Don’t forget to Like, Comment, Subscribe, and Share if this episode speaks to you

In this powerful episode of Beyond the Known, the host, Jitesh Vaswani, sits down with Paul Hutchinson, a man who walked away from a multi-billion-dollar empire to step into the darkest corners of the world. Once the co-founder of Bridge Investment Group, Paul traded boardroom prestige for undercover missions, risking his life to rescue children. His story fuels the global movement behind Sound of Freedom, both the film and the book, and reveals the raw truth about the fastest-growing criminal enterprise in the world.But this conversation goes deeper than undercover operations. Paul opens up about the cycle of unhealed trauma, and why true liberation begins with healing ourselves. From breathwork and meditation to conscious parenting and global awareness, Paul’s mission is not only to save children but to inspire humanity to rise above fear, greed, and silence. This is more than an interview; it’s a call to awaken compassion, to protect the innocent, and to recognize that healing the world starts within.Links Mentioned in the Episode: 🧘‍♂️ Learn Art of Living Part 1: https://bit.ly/3ZDssMJ 🧘‍♂️ Learn Art of Living with Jitesh Vaswani: https://bit.ly/4dzyTpS 🔥 Shankara: https://bit.ly/3SPGVBE 🔥 Sri Sri Tattva: https://bit.ly/4mWKO5q📲 Connect with Jitesh Vaswani: https://www.instagram.com/jiteshvaswani/🎧 More from Beyond the Known: https://instagram.com/beyondtheknownpod | https://youtube.com/@beyondtheknownpodcast?si=cnHLfr_kXuRUJikj📲 Connect with Paul Hutchinson: https://www.instagram.com/liberating.humanity ✨ Don’t forget to Like, Comment, Subscribe, and Share if this episode speaks to you

In this heartfelt episode of Beyond The Known, the host, Jitesh Vaswani, sits down with Sunny Promyotin, the multi-instrumentalist and vocalist of the band, Sunny and The Black Pack, to express his extraordinary journey, one shaped by trauma, transformed by music, and illuminated by the power of positivity. From writing his very first song to building an online community that connected millions through music, Sunny shares how resilience, gratitude, and creativity have been his guiding lights. His story moves from Thailand to the U.S., from producing films to performing soulful music, and from battling severe health challenges to redefining what it means to truly live with joy.Through stories of survival, overcoming sepsis, losing 250 pounds, and finding healing in family, art, and sound, Sunny reminds us that happiness is a practice, not a destination. His reflections on love, loss, and inner peace are universally resonant. This conversation is a powerful reminder that even in life’s darkest chapters, music, gratitude, and positivity can carry us beyond the known.Links Mentioned in the Episode: 🧘‍♂️ Learn Art of Living Part 1: https://bit.ly/3ZDssMJ 🧘‍♂️ Learn Art of Living with Jitesh Vaswani: https://bit.ly/4dzyTpS 🔥 Shankara: https://bit.ly/3SPGVBE 🔥 Sri Sri Tattva: https://bit.ly/4mWKO5q📲 Connect with Jitesh Vaswani: https://www.instagram.com/jiteshvaswani/🎧 More from Beyond the Known: https://instagram.com/beyondtheknownpod  | https://youtube.com/@beyondtheknownpodcast?si=cnHLfr_kXuRUJikj📲 Connect with Sunny Promyotin: https://www.instagram.com/blackmediapresents/ ✨ Don’t forget to Like, Comment, Subscribe, and Share if this episode speaks to you

In this wellness episode of Beyond The Known, the host, Jitesh Vaswani sits down with natural foods pioneer Doug Evans, author of The Sprout Book and founder of The Sprouting Company. From his early struggles with food insecurity to building trailblazing health ventures, Doug’s story is one of perseverance and a lifelong mission to bring nutrition back to its purest form. Today, he champions sprouting, a practice that is not only affordable and accessible but also powerful enough to transform health, food security, and sustainability across the globe.Together, we go beyond diet fads and consumer trends to uncover the deeper wisdom of nature, the science of sprouts, and the radical simplicity of growing your own superfoods at home. Doug shares personal stories of loss, breakthroughs, and an unwavering belief in food as both medicine and empowerment. Tune in for a conversation that redefines wellness and invites us to imagine a future where millions of households sprouting daily could reshape our health, environment, and collective consciousness.Links Mentioned in the Episode: 🧘‍♂️ Learn Art of Living Part 1: https://bit.ly/3ZDssMJ 🧘‍♂️ Learn Art of Living with Jitesh Vaswani: https://bit.ly/4dzyTpS 🔥 Shankara: https://bit.ly/3SPGVBE 🔥 Sri Sri Tattva: https://bit.ly/4mWKO5q📲 Connect with Jitesh Vaswani: https://www.instagram.com/jiteshvaswani/🎧 More from Beyond the Known: https://instagram.com/beyondtheknownpod | https://youtube.com/@beyondtheknownpodcast?si=cnHLfr_kXuRUJikj📲 Connect with Doug Evans: https://www.instagram.com/dougevans 🌐 Learn more about The Sprouting Company: The Sprouting Company ✨ Don’t forget to Like, Comment, Subscribe, and Share if this episode speaks to you

In this deeply reflective episode, Jitesh Vaswani, Beyond The Known host, sits down with Dean Kinzer, the founder of Kinzer Coins and the co-host of The Ancient Coin Hour, to explore the power of ancient coins and how they connect us to history, revolutionize ancient civilization and reshape the current world. From Ceaser’s bold propaganda to Brutus’s infamous denarius, Dean offers insights on how these small artifacts carry big stories and why they still matter. Along with host, Dean traces the threads of history through Greece, India and the Ottoman Empire, weaving in rich stories of power, betrayal and cultural legacy. Whether you are a history buff, a curious learner or someone who never saw coins the same way again, with this eye-opening conversation, discover how the past isn't just preserved in museums but in your very hands. Links Mentioned in the Episode: 🧘‍♂ Learn Art of Living Part 1: https://bit.ly/3ZDssMJ 🧘‍♂ Learn Art of Living with Jitesh Vaswani: https://bit.ly/4dzyTpS 🔥 Shankara: https://bit.ly/3SPGVBE 🔥 Sri Sri Tattva: https://bit.ly/4mWKO5q📲 Connect with Jitesh Vaswani: https://www.instagram.com/jiteshvaswani/🎧 More from Beyond the Known: https://instagram.com/beyondtheknownpod | https://youtube.com/@beyondtheknownpodcast?si=cnHLfr_kXuRUJikj📲 Connect with Dean Kinzer: https://www.instagram.com/kinzercoins 🌐 Learn more about Ancient Coins: https://kinzercoins.com ✨ Don’t forget to Like, Comment, Subscribe, and Share if this episode speaks to you#BeyondTheKnown #JiteshVaswani #PodcastInterview #DeanKinzer #KinzerCoins #Numismatics #TheAncientCoinHour #CoinCollector #AncientHistory #RomanEmpire #MauryaEmpire #OttomanEmpire #HistoricalPodcast #AncientCoins #CoinCollecting #CollectingHistory #RareCoins #EducationalContent #StorytellingPodcast #HistoryMatters

In this inspiring episode of Beyond The Known, Jitesh Vaswani reveals the effects of constant digital input, dopamine spikes and modern hustle culture and how it dysregulates our nervous systems, leaving us drained, unfocused and overwhelmed. Through personal stories and powerful insights, he explains that rest isn’t a luxury but a necessity for real clarity and performance. Discover the science behind focus fatigue, the role of breathwork in resetting your state. Learn about 5 simple tools to reclaim your energy, attention and peace. This isn’t just a motivational episode, it’s an invitation to slow down, rewire your rhythms and redefine what it means to truly thrive. If you’ve been hard on yourself, this one’s for you. 🔗Links Mentioned in the Episode:🧘‍♂️ Learn Art of Living Part 1: https://bit.ly/3ZDssMJ🧘‍♂️ Learn Art of Living with Jitesh Vaswani: https://bit.ly/4dzyTpS🔥 Shankara: https://bit.ly/3SPGVBE🔥 Sri Sri Tattva: https://bit.ly/4mWKO5q📲 Connect with Jitesh Vaswani: https://www.instagram.com/jiteshvaswani/🎧 More from Beyond the Known: https://instagram.com/beyondtheknownpod | https://youtube.com/@beyondtheknownpodcast?si=cnHLfr_kXuRUJikj✨ If this resonated, please Like, Comment, Subscribe, and Share.

In this informative episode of Beyond The Known, our host Jitesh Vaswani sits down with Justin Hai, founder of Rebalance Health, to unpack what he calls the real pandemic: The cortisol overload. With deep scientific insight, Justin reveals how chronic stress and modern overstimulation are silently dismantling our health.From the biochemical impact of food and the necessity of strength training to the often-overlooked toll of constant screen time, Justin dives into three intersections of wellness: nutrition, exercise, and technology. He shares how to reduce cortisol through practices like Art of Living and conscious digital discipline, combined with targeted stress and anxiety supplements. This conversation is a wake-up call for anyone feeling stuck in a stress loop, offering insights into cortisol levels, treatment for high cortisol, and effective stress management techniques to reclaim your rhythm, your hormones, and your health.Links Mentioned in the Episode:🧘‍♂️ Learn Art of Living Part 1: https://bit.ly/3ZDssMJ🧘‍♂️ Learn Art of Living with Jitesh Vaswani: https://bit.ly/4dzyTpS🔥 Shankara: https://bit.ly/3SPGVBE🔥 Sri Sri Tattva: https://bit.ly/4mWKO5q📲 Connect with Jitesh Vaswani: https://www.instagram.com/jiteshvaswani/🎧 More from Beyond the Known: https://instagram.com/beyondtheknownpod | https://youtube.com/@beyondtheknownpodcast?si=cnHLfr_kXuRUJikj 📘 Pre-order Justin’s upcoming book “Stress Nation”: https://a.co/d/eydMsib🎥 Watch for the documentary "She Heal" coming soon on Amazon Prime🌐 Learn more about Rebalance Health: https://rebalancehealth.com ✨ Don’t forget to Like, Comment, Subscribe, and Share if this episode speaks to you#JustinHai #BeyondTheKnown #JiteshVaswani #ScienceMeetsSoul #CortisolAwareness #HormonalHealth #StressRelief #BurnoutRecovery #DigitalDetox #BalanceYourHormones #RebalanceHealth #NaturalWellness #MindBodyBalance #HolisticHealing #TechWellness #ModernStress #CircadianRhythm #WellnessJourney #BiohackYourLife #HealthOptimization #SleepHygiene #EmotionalResilience #ArtOfLiving #RootCauseHealing #WellnessInnovation #FutureOfHealth

Larry Namer, the legendary media entrepreneur and co-founder of E! Entertainment, reveals a rarely told story behind the glitz of Hollywood: the grit and the fascinating cable tv history. On this inspiring entrepreneurship podcast with Jitesh Vaswani.Larry opens up about the early struggles, bold bets, and disruptive ideas that shaped cable television.From splicing underground cables in Manhattan to building a media empire seen in 142 countries, Larry’s journey is a masterclass in ingenuity, courage, and unconventional thinking. He also shares deeply personal insights and how it shifted his priorities and brought him closer to family, wellness, and purpose.This episode is one of the most eye-opening business success stories you’ll hear. Larry’s lessons on entrepreneurship, building resilience in business, and reinventing yourself through it, go far beyond the known, reminding us that success doesn’t start in a boardroom; it starts with belief. 🔗 Links Mentioned in the Episode🧘‍♂️ Learn Art of Living Part 1: https://bit.ly/3ZDssMJ🧘‍♂️ Learn Art of Living with Jitesh Vaswani: https://bit.ly/4dzyTpS🔥 Shankara: https://bit.ly/3SPGVBE🔥 Sri Sri Tattva: https://bit.ly/4mWKO5q📲 Connect with Jitesh Vaswani: @jiteshvaswani🎧 More from Beyond the Known: @beyondtheknownpod✨ Don’t forget to Like, Comment, Subscribe, and Share if this episode speaks to you #LarryNamer #MediaMogul #BeyondTheKnown #JiteshVaswani #FoundersStory #EntrepreneurMindset #EEntertainment #TheHowardSternShow #TheTalkSoup #BusinessWisdom #WorkHardStayHumble #CreativeLeadership #PassionAndPersistence #LifeLessons #LeadershipJourney #LifeBeyondWork #WorkLifeBalance #ValueYourTime #MindfulSuccess #ModernWisdom #BalanceNotBurnout #PodcastInterview #TopEntrepreneurPodcasts #BehindTheScenes #MediaInnovation #DigitalPioneer #PersonalGrowthJourney

On this special Guru Purnima episode of Beyond the Known, host Jitesh Vaswani takes us on a deeply personal and spiritual journey. Drawing from the ancient Upanishads and his own experiences with Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, he reveals the five signs of a true guru, a presence that doesn't just teach, but transforms. From the blossoming of inner wisdom to the quiet joy that needs no reason, this reflection is a heartfelt tribute to those who guide us from darkness to light.This isn't just about honoring a person, it's about recognizing the shift that happens within you when you're in the presence of real grace. Whether you're on a spiritual path or simply searching for deeper meaning, this episode invites you to pause, reflect, and reconnect with what truly matters. If someone has been a guiding light in your life, this is your moment to honor them. If this episode touches your heart, share it with someone who has been a light in your life. Let’s walk this sacred path together, beyond the known.🔗 Links Mentioned in the Episode 🧘‍♂️ Learn Art of Living Part 1: https://bit.ly/3ZDssMJ🧘‍♂️ Learn Art of Living with Jitesh Vaswani: https://bit.ly/4dzyTpS 🔥 Shankara: https://bit.ly/3SPGVBE 🔥 Sri Sri Tattva: https://bit.ly/4mWKO5q 📲 Connect with Jitesh Vaswani: @jiteshvaswani 🎧 More from Beyond the Known: @beyondtheknownpod ✨ Don’t forget to Like, Comment, Subscribe, and Share if this episode speaks to you#GuruPurnima #TrueGuru #SriSriRaviShankar #SpiritualGrowth #BeyondTheKnown #Upanishads #JiteshVaswani #PodcastHost #Wisdom #Potential #InnerJourney #TrueSelf #Gratitude #GuruPurnimaTribute #Podcast #PodcastLife #WisdomOfTheUpanishads #SpiritualGrowth #TransformationThroughGrace #SpiritualMentor #GratitudeToGuru #InnerAwakening #FindYourPath

In this introspective episode of Beyond The Known, Jitesh Vaswani delves into the often-overlooked experience of solitude that arises during periods of profound personal and spiritual growth. This is not the typical loneliness we rush to escape, but a rare, transformative stillness, one that occurs when your inner evolution outpaces the world around you.Jitesh unravels the paradox of this solitude, showing that it’s not a void to be feared, but a sacred space for introspection, recalibration, and redefinition. If you’ve ever felt disconnected or misunderstood on your spiritual journey, this video will illuminate why that sense of isolation is not a misfortune, but a signpost to your greater self.Join us as we explore the profound beauty of this inner metamorphosis and discover how to navigate the delicate balance between solitude and self-discovery.🔗 Links Mentioned in the Episode🧘‍♂️ Learn Art of Living Part 1: https://bit.ly/3ZDssMJ🧘‍♂️ Learn Art of Living with Jitesh Vaswani: https://bit.ly/4dzyTpS🔥 Shankara: https://bit.ly/3SPGVBE🔥 Sri Sri Tattva: https://bit.ly/4mWKO5q📲 Connect with Jitesh Vaswani: @jiteshvaswani🎧 More from Beyond the Known: @beyondtheknownpod✨ Don’t forget to Like, Comment, Subscribe, and Share if this episode speaks to you#LonelinessOrSolitude #SpiritualAwakening #SelfAwareness #PersonalGrowth #JiteshVaswani #BeyondTheKnown #Transformation #Meditation #Solitude #EvolvingSelf #InnerShift

In this powerful Keith Thurman Interview, the former boxing world champion reveals a rarely seen side of victory: the emotional toll. He candidly discusses athlete mental health and mental health in sports, sharing his struggles after big wins, including post-fight dopamine crashes and public pressure. On this reflective sports psychology podcast with Jitesh Vaswani, Keith opens up about his path to recovery and self-awareness. His journey led him to a transformative Art of Living Retreat at The Art of Living Retreat Center. There, guided by global spiritual leader Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, he experienced life-changing ancient wellness practices. Keith was introduced to breathwork, cold exposure, and deep meditation, finding true healing from within through methods like David Elliott breathwork. For the first time, he discovered strength in stillness, not just in the ring. This episode is one of the most inspiring sports stories you'll hear, an honest look at the challenges behind the glory, reminding us that true strength begins within.  🔗 Links Mentioned in the Episode 🧘‍♂️ Learn Art of Living Part 1: https://bit.ly/3ZDssMJ 🧘‍♂️ Learn Art of Living with Jitesh Vaswani: https://bit.ly/4dzyTpS  Shankara: https://bit.ly/3SPGVBE  Sri Sri Tattva: https://bit.ly/4mWKO5q  📲 Connect with Jitesh Vaswani: @jiteshvaswani  🎧 More from Beyond the Known: @beyondtheknownpod 🎧 Keith Thurman & Gurudev: https://youtu.be/vrTvASMFWOc  ✨ Don’t forget to Like, Comment, Subscribe, and Share if this episode speaks to you  #KeithThurman #MentalHealth #BeyondTheKnown #ArtOfLiving #SriSriRaviShankar #Mindfulness #CombatSports #Breathwork #Podcast #AthleteMentalHealth #MentalHealthInSports #SportsPsychologyPodcast

In this powerful episode of Beyond the Known, Ritu Favre, visionary President at Emerson, mother, and fierce advocate for women in leadership opens up about her extraordinary journey from self-doubt to self-definition.Ritu shares the pivotal moments that reshaped her life and leadership. She reflects on the quiet force of mentorship, the power of vulnerability, and why breaking internal barriers matters just as much as external ones.Tune in to discover how Ritu went beyond titles, beyond expectations and ultimately, beyond the known.🔗 Links Mentioned in the Episode🧘‍♂️ Learn Art of Living Part 1: https://bit.ly/3ZDssMJ🧘‍♂️ Learn Art of Living with Jitesh Vaswani: https://bit.ly/4dzyTpS🔥 Shankara: https://bit.ly/3SPGVBE🔥 Sri Sri Tattva: https://bit.ly/4mWKO5q📲 Connect with Jitesh Vaswani: @jiteshvaswani📩 Contact Ritu Favre: [email protected]🎧 More from Beyond the Known: @beyondtheknownpod✨ Don’t forget to Like, Comment, Subscribe, and Share if this episode speaks to you.#RituFavre #WomenInTech #AuthenticLeadership #Persistence #Curiosity #Leadership #BeyondTheKnown #JiteshVaswani #GrowthMindset #CareerInspiration #LeadByLearning

Self-doubt doesn’t shout it whispers. It creeps in quietly when you're about to do something bold. In this heartfelt solo episode of Beyond the Known, host Jitesh Vaswani opens up about the inner critic we all carry and how we can learn to live with it, without letting it lead.Whether it’s launching a podcast, taking an exam, or chasing a dream, self-doubt shows up. But so can stillness. Drawing from the teachings of Gurudev, his own breathwork journey, and a parable from the Buddha, Jitesh shares three grounded tools to move through doubt with clarity and courage.This isn’t about eliminating fear. It’s about showing up gently, truthfully, anyway.🔗 Links Mentioned & Resources🧘‍♂️ Learn Art of Living Part 1: https://bit.ly/3ZDssMJ🧘‍♂️ Learn Art of Living with Jitesh Vaswani: https://bit.ly/4dzyTpS🔥 Explore Shankara: https://bit.ly/3SPGVBE🔥 Explore Sri Sri Tattva: https://bit.ly/4mWKO5q📲 Connect: @jiteshvaswani🎧 Watch More from Beyond the Known: https://www.youtube.com/@beyondtheknownpod✨ If this resonated, please Like, Comment, Subscribe, and Share.#SelfDoubt #Stillness #MindsetShift #Gurudev #JiteshVaswani #BeyondTheKnown #MentalClarity #PodcastIndia #ArtOfLiving #SpiritualGrowth #Breathwork #LifeLessons

What does it take to rise, fall, and rise again - not just as a champion, but as a human being?In this raw and powerful episode of Beyond the Known, former UFC Bantamweight Champion Miesha Tate shares her deeply personal story of transformation, from the wrestling mats in high school to the brightest lights in MMA, and through the challenges of motherhood, loss, and rediscovery. Join host Jitesh Vaswani and Miesha as they dive into:• How she broke barriers in a male-dominated sport• The unseen struggles behind the spotlight• Her powerful evolution through motherhood and identity shifts• Why winning was never the goal, it was always about presence and purpose• Redefining success by becoming the best version of herself This isn’t just about fighting. It’s about awakening, resilience, and the courage to begin again with heart, humility, and grace. 🔗Links Mentioned in the Episode:🧘‍♂️ Learn Art of Living Part 1: https://bit.ly/3ZDssMJ🧘‍♂️ Learn Art of Living with Jitesh Vaswani: https://bit.ly/4dzyTpS🔥 Buy Shankara Gheesutra: https://bit.ly/4kDvQPL🔥 Buy Sri Sri Tattva Golden Monkey Ghee: https://bit.ly/43BGWxO📲 Connect with Jitesh Vaswani: @jiteshvaswani | @mieshatate💥 More from Beyond the Known: https://www.youtube.com/@beyondtheknownpod ✨ Don’t forget to Like, Comment, Subscribe, and Share. #MieshaTate #BeyondTheKnown #UFCWomen #Resilience #MMA #SelfDiscovery #PodcastUSA #WomenInSports #FighterSpirit #JiteshVaswani #podcast

🔗Step into the heart of spiritual leadership and conscious living with Dr. Ajay Tejasvi, former World Bank executive, meditation expert, and nephew of Sri Sri Ravi Shankar. In this deeply personal and powerful episode of Beyond The Known, Ajay shares his remarkable journey from a childhood steeped in human values to becoming a global voice for breathwork, alignment, and inner mastery.In this episode, you’ll discover:• What it’s like growing up with a spiritual master as your uncle?• How breath becomes leadership and stillness becomes strength?• Why modeling values matters more than preaching them?• Inside stories from global Art of Living events like the World Culture Festival?• The power of meditation, service, and cleanliness in building a conscious life?Dr. Ajay beautifully bridges the corporate world and spiritual wisdom, offering insights that are as practical as they are profound. This conversation is for anyone seeking to live a life of purpose, presence, and personal alignment.🔗Resources & Links to Dive Deeper:🧘‍♂️ Learn Art of Living Part 1: https://bit.ly/3ZDssMJ🧘‍♂️ Learn Art of Living with Jitesh Vaswani: https://bit.ly/4dzyTpS🔥 Buy Shankara Gheesutra: https://bit.ly/4kDvQPL🔥 Buy Sri Sri Tattva Golden Monkey Ghee: https://bit.ly/43BGWxO📘 Dave Asprey’s Heavily Meditated: https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated✨ Don’t forget to Like, Comment, Subscribe, and Share.Follow the Movement:Instagram: @beyondtheknownpod | @jiteshvaswani @ajtejasvi#AjayTejasvi #BeyondTheKnown #ArtOfLiving #SriSriRaviShankar #Breathwork #ConsciousLiving #Leadership #StillnessIsStrength #MindBodySpirit #EmotionalIntelligence #PodcastUSA #SpiritualAwakening #LifePurpose #MeditationJourney #GlobalWisdom #MindfulnessPractice

🔗What does it truly mean to be unprogrammable in a world that constantly tries to define you? In this powerful episode of Beyond the Known, Dave Asprey, the Father of Biohacking, opens up about his personal transformation - from corporate burnout and trauma to a life of conscious breath, forgiveness, and higher awareness. Join host Jitesh Vaswani and Dave Asprey as they dive into:• How to biohack your nervous system and emotions• Why forgiveness is a powerful tool for personal freedom• The science of breathwork and becoming energetically still, and why Art of Living works.• Reclaiming your mind, body, and spirit through ancient and modern wisdom• His newest book Heavily Meditated and why stillness is strengthThis is not just an interview. It’s a spiritual wake-up call for high performers, seekers, and anyone yearning to move beyond the known.🔗Links Mentioned in the Episode:🧘‍♂️ Learn Art of Living Part 1: https://bit.ly/3ZDssMJ🧘‍♂️ Learn Art of Living with Jitesh Vaswani: https://bit.ly/4dzyTpS🔥 Buy Shankara Gheesutra: https://bit.ly/4kDvQPL🔥 Buy Sri Sri Tattva Golden Monkey Ghee: https://bit.ly/43BGWxO📘 Dave Asprey’s Heavily Meditated: https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated✨ Don’t forget to Like, Comment, Subscribe, and Share.📲 Follow us on Instagram: @beyondtheknownpod @jiteshvaswani @dave.asprey#daveasprey #JiteshVaswani #BeyondTheKnown #Biohacking #Spirituality #ConsciousLiving #Forgiveness #ArtOfLiving #HeavilyMeditated #TraumaHealing #Breathwork #PodcastUSA

In this powerful introductory episode, host Jitesh Vaswani opens up about his lifelong journey of curiosity — from getting lost in literature under a blanket fort to exploring science, spirituality, and self-discovery. He shares the personal evolution that led him to launch this podcast, and the deeper reason behind every conversation to come.Through stories of school memories, meditative practices, and hard-won life lessons, Jitesh sets the tone for Beyond The Known — a space for honest exploration, meaningful dialogue, and growth. Whether you're navigating adulthood or just hungry to learn, this episode is your invitation to break fear, start something new, and journey beyond the obvious.