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The Spiritual Forum
Welcome to The Spiritual Forum, a space curated by Rev Carol Saunders for extraordinary conversations that explore the realms of spiritual living. Join us weekly for heart-to-heart dialogues with captivating individuals, delving into themes like love, faith, awakening, forgiveness, healing, spiritual practices, and divine encounters. These transformative narratives aim to inspire, fostering a deep connection to the profound experiences that shape our lives. Rev Carol’s guests include authors…
Episodes
The Spiritual Forum7 Beliefs That Are Ruining Your Life with Adrian Emery
Philosopher and author Adrian Emery discusses his lifelong inquiry into what makes human life work. He outlines seven inherited “erroneous beliefs” which shape…
The Spiritual ForumLove in Action for the Children with Glaydon Jose de Freitas Filho
Glaydon de Freitas, CEO of Love146, lives as Love in Action. His commitment to human rights and community restoration grew out of his unique upbringing in…
The Spiritual ForumWhat Can Death Charts Reveal? with Linda “Moonrabbit” Zlotnik - EP 382
Linda “Moonrabbit” Zlotnik joins the Spiritual Forum to discuss how astrology can help people navigate grief and find perspective after loss. As a veteran…
The Spiritual ForumRestoring Faith in a Divided World with Richard C. Harwood - EP 381
Richard Harwood joins the Spiritual Forum to share how to ignite hope and inspire action in communities that feel powerless and divided (like Flint, MI, Sandy…
The Spiritual ForumThe Power of Unthinkable Forgiveness with Gissele Taraba - EP 380
Why is the command to "love your enemies" so important? Author and TEDx speaker Gissele Tarraba explores this question, reminding us that what we’ve been doing…
The Spiritual ForumExploring Life Between Lives with David John Allen - EP 379
What happens after death? What happens before birth? Life Between Lives facilitator and author David Allen, trained by the legendary Michael Newton, joins us…
The Spiritual ForumAre We in End Times? with William Wildblood - EP 378
Nearly all faith traditions have narratives around end times and many people believe we are passing through a cycle of death and rebirth now. William…
The Spiritual ForumConscious Living, Conscious Dying with RamDev Dale Borglum - EP 377
Dale Borglum, executive director of the Living/Dying Project and decades-long meditation teacher, joins the Spiritual Forum to discuss the interrelationship of…
The Spiritual ForumA Case for Vegan God with Kameron Waters - EP 376
Kameron Waters joins the Spiritual Forum to discuss his journey from hunter/fisherman steeped in Bible Belt Christianity to co-creator of the documentary…
The Spiritual ForumWhen the Night Does Not Break with Dick S Forbes - EP 375
No matter your faith tradition, no one escapes suffering and sometimes the dark nights seem to go on forever. Dick Forbes joins The Spiritual Forum to discuss…
The Spiritual ForumThe Wisdom of the Odyssey with Phil Cousineau - EP 374
NOTE: Phil's video quality is less than optimum at first but improves significantly at 12 minutes Christopher Nolan's blockbuster film The Odyssey has grossed…
The Spiritual ForumThe Road from Shame to Forgiveness with Cheryl Wilder - EP 373
Cheryl Wilder joins the Spiritual Forum to share her decades-long reckoning after a drunk driving crash at age 20 that left her friend permanently…
The Spiritual ForumThe Activity of Spirit in Animals with Daniela Rizzo - EP 372
Daniela Rizzo joins The Spiritual Forum to discuss her research on the connection between faith, the Holy Spirit, and the lives of animals, drawing from her…
The Spiritual ForumBecoming Radically Alive with Richard Moss - EP 371
Former physician Dr. Richard Moss joins us to discuss becoming radically alive through embodied presence and conscious relationship. Moss recounts three…
The Spiritual ForumWorship in the Wild with Lanni Lantto - EP 370
Worship in the Wild with Lanni LanttoGuest Lanni Lantto co-founded UP Wild Church in 2019, a ministry designed to serve those who are disenchanted with…
The Spiritual ForumFaith, Humility & the Pilgrim Spirit with Gideon Enok - EP 369
In the middle of the pandemic, Gideon Enok experienced a sudden awakening that called him to embark on a walking journey across Europe. Over five months, he…
The Spiritual ForumWhy Are Animals Here with Us? with Hans Wilhelm - EP 368
Best-selling author/illustrator Hans Wilhelm returns to share insights into the teachings of modern-day prophetess Gabriele, which form the basis of his short…
The Spiritual ForumLet the Compassion Games Begin! with Jon Eliot Ramer - EP 367
Inspired by 9/11, the Dalai Lama’s Seeds of Compassion, and indigenous wisdom. Jon Ramer founded the Compassion Games, where competition is replaced by…
The Spiritual ForumHigh Five Your Spirit Guides with Katherine Marie - EP 366
Merging her background in computer tech with a mystical awakening, Katherine Marie offers a practical guide to connecting with our spirit guides, referring to…
The Spiritual ForumChildren of the New Earth with Jill M Jackson - EP 365
Guest Jill Jackson shares her insights on the multiple generations of Starseed children -- indigo, blue ray, crystal, rainbow, diamond, golden, and solar --…
The Spiritual ForumCan Love Transform the World? with Adam Guzman-Poole - EP 364
Adam Guzman-Pool, a holistic relationship counselor and author of Lessons on Love, recounts his journey from troubled teen to a 20-year apprenticeship with…
The Spiritual ForumFinding Humility in the African Bush with Ronald Dulek - EP 363
Business professor Ronald Dulek and his wife bought a house sight unseen in the African Bush seeking to “squeeze the juice” of life. In the 20 summers they…
The Spiritual ForumGrow and Thrive as a Caregiver with Roy Remer - EP 362
Caregiving is a universal topic, as Rosalynn Carter (1927–2023) once famously stated that everyone will eventually be a caregiver, have been one, need one, or…
The Spiritual ForumDon't Cuddle With Your Thoughts With Georg Lolos - EP 361
Author and meditation teacher Georg Lolos shares his profound Ego House framework where attention and beliefs fertilize thoughts, pulling us into any of 10…
The Spiritual ForumThe Sacred Mother-Child Bond With Tami Hay - EP 360
As a tribute to Mother’s Day, author/educator Tami Hay joins Rev. Carol to discuss sacred relationships, mother-child attachment, and how unconditional love…
The Spiritual Forum33 Churches: A Spiritual Quest for Belonging with Richard G. Riccardi - EP 359
Richard G. Riccardi shares how a New Year’s resolution led him from an irregular, uninspired Catholic practice to visiting 33 worship spaces across…
The Spiritual ForumHow to Meditate Without Even Trying With Peter Russell - EP 358
Life-long meditator Peter Russell makes meditation accessible and effortless. He returns to The Spiritual Forum to discuss his simple and powerful approach to…
The Spiritual ForumTransform Yourself Through Ho'oponopono With Shilpa Manjeshwar – EP 357
Shilpa Manjeshwar shares her journey from high-stress corporate life and lifelong asthma to inner transformation through breathwork and the Hawaiian practice…
The Spiritual ForumBreaking Free from False Power with Anneke Lucas - EP 356
Anneke Lucas returns to share her incredible journey of overcoming unimaginable darkness and her path to healing. Her personal story of surviving child sex…
The Spiritual ForumAnimals in the Bible: Creatures of the Same God with Michael Gilmour - EP 355
Michael Gilmour, professor of English and Biblical Literature, brings a fascinating perspective on animals and animal ethics in the Bible. Sharing some…
The Spiritual ForumEaster: Myth, Metaphor & Meaning with John Bucher - EP 354
John Bucher, renowned mythologist and executive director of the Joseph Campbell Foundation, joins Rev. Carol to walk through the events of Holy Week and the…
The Spiritual ForumWalking into Oneness: Dami Roelse's Spiritual Trek - EP 353
Dami Roelse shares her incredible journey on the 2,650 mile Pacific Crest Trail, starting at age 65. Through hiking she navigated loss, discovered spiritual…
The Spiritual Forum"What Are Animals Telling Us?" with Jo-Anne McArthur - EP 352
Discover the groundbreaking world of animal photojournalism with Jo-Anne McArthur. Her work reveals the profound connections and divides between humans and…
The Spiritual ForumConscious Movement and Liberation with Banafsheh Sayyad EP 351
For as long as Master Sacred Dancer Banafsheh Sayyad can remember, she’s had two passions - one for dance and one for uncovering the mystery of being alive…
The Spiritual ForumNavigating Life's Unexpected Paths: A Journey of Faith with Lois Bouchard EP 350
Lois Bouchard lives with acceptance, surrender, and peace in the face of serious health challenges. Rev. Carol spoke with her three years ago (episode 206) and…
The Spiritual ForumIsrael & Humanity's Evolution with Dr. Moshe EP 349
Dr. Moshe Daniel Block shares his model of reality which begins with the Allness of God seeking to know Itself through material duality. He joins Rev. Carol…
The Spiritual ForumMind - Body Alchemy: Holistic Insights with Dr. Moshe EP 348
Born into orthodox Judaism, Dr. Moshe Daniel Block became a spiritual explorer and seeker of truth at an early age. Currently a naturopathic doctor, he joins…
The Spiritual ForumAwakening Female Power and Cosmic Balance with Maya Tiwari EP 347
What happens when we reconnect with the sacred feminine power within? In this deeply grounding conversation, we explore Inner Power — the divine feminine force…
The Spiritual ForumLiberating the Mind: Why People Won't Change with Clare Mann EP 346
Most of us resist change but want other people to change. Psychologist Clare Mann explores the myths of choice that hold us back from change, including those…
The Spiritual ForumEveryone Dies, Here's What Matters with ICU Doctor Adam Rizvi EP 345
Critical care physician Adam Rizvi offers a heartfelt perspective on life and death, rooted in decades of bedside encounters and the principles of a Course in…
The Spiritual ForumFrom Addiction to Awakening: A Spiritual Journey With John Loxley EP 344
In this episode of the Spiritual Forum, Rev. Carol speaks with John Loxley, a recovered alcoholic, DJ, and author, about his spiritual journey and…
The Spiritual ForumHeal from Within: Discover the Body's Language with Inna Segal EP 343
Energy medicine pioneer and best selling author Inna Segal successfully transformed lifelong pain into healing and shares her journey with Rev. Carol Saunders…
The Spiritual ForumGuiding Lights for the New Year EP 342
Start 2026 with wisdom from Rev. Carol and nine of her guests from 2025: Hans Wilhelm, Henna Maria, Oswald Newbold, Dr. Will Tuttle, Efu Nyaki, Bettina…
The Spiritual ForumChristmas: A Mythical Journey with John Bucher - Part 2 EP 341
Discover the richness of the Christmas story as Rev. Carol Saunders and mythologist John Bucher explore its mythical elements. They delve into each of the…
The Spiritual ForumThe Hero Within: Life’s Journey Unveiled With John Bucher - Part 1 EP 340
Explore the transformative power of storytelling and myth with renowned mythologist John Bucher as we discuss the relevance of mythology today, the timeless…
The Spiritual ForumBreaking Free from the Culture of Excess with Jerry Dale EP 339
Jerry Dale, who once thrived in the high life as a record label rep, talks about the allure of fame and the dark underbelly of the music industry. Discover how…
The Spiritual ForumOur Light, Our World: An Advent Reflection EP 338
Host Carol Saunders offers a thought-provoking Advent message. Amidst global suffering, we are reminded to shine brightly as lights of hope, peace, love and…
The Spiritual ForumCrossing Political Aisles: Conversations for Unity with David Joseph EP 337
As Thanksgiving approaches, join Carol Saunders and David Joseph in a discussion about Braver Angels' mission to bring people together across political aisles…
The Spiritual ForumLiving at Peak Performance with Dr. Christine Silverstein EP 336
What if you could train your mind like an Olympian? In this episode of The Spiritual Forum, Carol Saunders welcomes Peak Performance Coach Dr. Christine…
The Spiritual ForumFrom Prison to Promise: A Journey of Faith with Oswald Newbold EP 335
Founder of Libra-Life International Oswald Newbold II joins Carol Saunders to share his remarkable journey from incarceration to inspiration, a living…
The Spiritual ForumQuantum Physics & Spirituality with Philippe Brouillard EP 334
In this second part of our conversation with Philippe Brouillard, founder of VitaQuantum and author of Rethinking Happiness: Unlock the Secrets of Spirituality…
The Spiritual ForumQuantum Happiness & Transformation with Philippe Broulliard - EP 333
The world holds us captive in narratives of victimization. What does it mean to be free, spiritually and intellectually? Discover a fresh perspective on…
The Spiritual ForumSpiritual Attunement Through the Surgical Process with Amelia Vogler - EP 332
Can energy medicine transform your surgical experience? Grounding and Energy Medicine Specialist Amelia Vogler reveals how the surgical process can be…
The Spiritual ForumEngaging the Dream World with Theresa Cheung - EP 331
“What was my dream trying to tell me?” Theresa Cheung, dream analyst/expert and author of The Dream Dictionary from A to Z, explains why recalling and decoding…
The Spiritual ForumHeal Yourself Through Breath with Kurtis Lee Thomas - EP 330
What if the key to healing your body, mind, and spirit was hidden in something as simple as your breath? This powerful conversation with Breathwork Detox…
The Spiritual ForumCompassion as Spiritual Practice with Pria Acharya - EP 329
Author and filmmaker Pria Acharya shares how a personal turning point shattered old, generational conditioning and opened her to a deeper truth. From…
The Spiritual ForumSacred Mysticism of Egypt with Foteini Fotoula Adrimi - EP 328
Step into the mysticism of Ancient Egypt with Fotoula Adrimi, bestselling author and director of the Isis School of Holistic Health. In this episode, Fotoula…
The Spiritual ForumStaying Human & Facing Death with Dr. Brad Stuart - EP 327
What if death isn’t the end, but a doorway to discovering who we truly are? Dr. Brad Stuart—physician, innovator, and author—takes us from the halls of…
The Spiritual ForumThe Mystical Dance of Love and Suffering with Zach Beach - EP 326
What if love and suffering weren’t opposites, but secret partners on the path to awakening? In this conversation, Zach Beach—yoga teacher, poet, therapist, and…
The Spiritual ForumAwakening the Divine Masculine with Robert Joseph - EP 325
Finding himself “never happy, never excited, but functional,” Robert Joseph boldly undertook the hero’s journey from disconnection and meaningless material…