The Vital Veda Podcast: Ayurveda | Vedic Wisdom | Holistic Health & Natural Healing
The Vital Veda Podcast dives deep into Ayurveda, Vedic wisdom, holistic health, and the ancient sciences of natural healing. Hosted by Dylan Smith - Ayurvedic practitioner and holistic health educator - each episode explores practical and profound wisdom to help you live at your highest potential.
Topics include Ayurvedic medicine, Jyotish (Vedic astrology), yoga, meditation, mantra, herbal medicine, holistic nutrition, women's health, fertility, EMF, detoxification, consciousness, and the Ayurveda daily routine (dinacharya).
Guests include world-leading Ayurvedic vaidyas and physicians, Vedic astrologers, yoga masters, integrative medicine doctors, herbalists, and spiritual teachers from around the world.
Whether you're new to Ayurveda or deepening your Vedic practice, this podcast gives you the tools to understand your constitution (dosha), balance body and mind, and live in harmony with nature's rhythms.
Learn more and work with Dylan at www.vitalveda.com.au
Episodes
153 episodes
EMF and Cellular Health: A Telecom Engineer Explains What's Actually Happening to Your Body | Daniel DeBaun
In this eye-opening conversation, Dylan sits with telecommunications engineer Daniel DeBaun to explore how modern electromagnetic fields (EMFs) interact with human biology and what we can do to maintain strong cellular energy in an increasingly...
Solar and Lunar Eclipses: What Ayurveda, Jyotish and Mantra Say You Should (and Shouldn't) Do | #152
When an eclipse happens, something shifts. The light changes. The atmosphere feels different. Traditionally, these moments were never treated as ordinary.In this episode, Dylan is joined by Jyotishi and Ayurvedic practitioner Laura Plumb...
The Role of Fear in Disease: How Prana, Pulse Diagnosis and Ayurveda Address the Root | Dr A.V. Raju
In this profound wisdom session, Dylan sits with Dr Krishna Raju to explore how fear consciousness disrupts health, and how prāṇa, pulse awareness, and subtle Ayurvedic sciences restore balance at the deepest level.Rather t...
How to Heal a Hernia Naturally & Without Surgery | George Hirst #150
Ever been told surgery is your only option for a hernia—and felt deep down there must be another way?In this episode, Dylan sits down with George Hirst, founder of Comfort Truss, who healed his inguinal hernia naturally after being told ...
Samudra Manthana: The Vedic Story of the Churning of the Ocean and Its Hidden Meaning | Dylan Smith
From the depths of the cosmic ocean, Dhanvantari arose - radiant and serene, carrying the pot of Amṛta, the nectar of immortality. This is the birth of Ayurveda, the birth of healing itself.In this special Dhanteras episode, Dylan retel...
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What Makes a Mantra Powerful? The Science of Sound, Initiation and Mantra Shastra | Purnesh
Ever wondered what makes a mantra truly powerful? Is it the precision of pronunciation, the ancient lineage it comes from, or the sincerity of the heart behind it?In this episode, Dylan speaks with Purnesh (formerly Swami Purnachaitanya)...
The Real History of Chai: Ancient Ayurvedic Spices, Colonial Trade and How to Make It Properly | Mira Manek
Step into the aromatic world of Indian chai with Mira Manek, author of The Book of Chai and founder of Chai by Mira. In this episode, we trace the surprising history of how tea became India’s most beloved beverage - through co...
Why Honey Deserves a Place in Infant Care: Debunking the Honey Myth
For millennia, honey has been treasured across cultures as a symbol of nourishment and healing, particularly for infants. Yet in 1978, Western medicine abruptly deemed it unsafe for babies under one year old due to concerns about botulism. But ...
Natural Baby Immunisation: What Ayurveda Offers Beyond the Vaccine Schedule | Dylan Smith
Human adaptation has shaped an extraordinary immune system in your child over millions of years—yet modern interventions often overlook this innate intelligence instead of strengthening it.In this episode, Dylan explores how to nurture y...
Shilajit: The Myths, Magic and Dangers of This Powerful Mountain Medicine | Dr Sumit Kesarkar & Vaidya Dr J.R. Raju
“There is no curable disease in the universe which has cannot be effectively cured by śilājatu, [but only] when administered at the appropriate time, in combination with suitable herbs and by adopting the prescribed protocol”.
What Men Should Know About the Menstrual Cycle: Ayurveda, Empathy and Relationship Harmony | Sophia Pace
The menstrual cycle is more than a physical process—it's a profound opportunity for growth, self-reflection, and harmony. For this episode we have a twist on our usual podcast format: Dylan is interviewed by guest host Sophia Pace ...
Sacred Vedic Art and Temple Architecture: The Hidden Mathematics of Shilpa Shastra | Drdha Vrata Gorrik
In this episode, we delve into the ancient and sacred science of Shilpa Shastra, the Vedic art of sacred architecture and sculpture, with Drdha Vrata Gorrick, a master of this profound tradition. Drdha unravels the deep wisdom behind the intric...
Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Sudarshan Kriya, Global Peace and the Art of Living at Scale
For this episode I had the honour of interviewing Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, a world-renowned spiritual teacher and the founder of one of the largest spiritual organisations in the world today, Art of Living.This interview occurred i...
Coherent Water: The Science Behind Structured Hydration and Why Your Water May Not Be Nourishing You | Mario Brainovic
Join us in this transformative episode featuring Mario Brainović, CEO of Analemma Water, and a leading water science expert. Mario shares insights from over 15 years of scientific research, revealing how coherently structured water ...
Aware Parenting: How Allowing Children to Cry and Laugh Fully Heals Stress and Trauma | Marion Rose PhD
Curious about how tuning into your child's emotions can transform both their world and yours? Join us for an eye-opening conversation with Marion Rose, PhD, a pioneer in Aware Parenting. Discover how this revolutionary approach goes beyond fulf...
Psychedelics and Spirituality: Ram Dass, Neem Karoli Baba and the Questions That Remain | Raghu Markus
In this riveting conversation, we sit down with Raghu Markus to delve into the profound connection between psychedelics and spiritual traditions. Journey with us as Raghu shares his intimate experiences with the famous Indian guru, Neem Karoli ...
Proof of Heaven: A Neurosurgeon's Near-Death Experience and What It Reveals About Consciousness | Dr. Eben Alexander
What if a near-death experience could radically reshape your understanding of life? In this episode, Dr. Eben Alexander shares the profound insights he gained from his own extraordinary NDE (Near Death Experience), following a week...
Travelling India Without Getting Sick: Ayurvedic Health Tips for Asia Travel | Dylan Smith
Curious about how to maintain your health while exploring the rich cultures of India and Asia? Whether you're worried about catching "Delhi belly" or blending safely with the local customs, this episode is packed with practical advice and Ayurv...
Taking Yoga Into Prisons, War Zones and Corporate Boardrooms: The Art of Living's Global Mission | Patti Montella
Discover how to transform inner turmoil into profound peace, even in the most challenging environments. Join us for an enlightening conversation with Patti Montella, a best-selling author and senior faculty member of the Art of Living, as she s...
Barefoot Shoes and Natural Foot Health: Do Minimal Shoes Fix Bunions and Plantar Fasciitis? | Steven Sashen
Prepare to transform your understanding of foot health and athletic performance.This episode promises to unravel the secrets of minimalist footwear and its profound impact on conditions that plague so many, including bunions and plantar...
Kundalini Awakening Without Warning: From Corporate Architect to Spiritual Emergence | Kim Nguyen
Journey the mystical realms of Kundalini awakenings with my guest, Kim Nguyen. From full-time corporate architect to being bombarded with radical spiritual energies, at first Kim was overwhelmed with kundalini energies, but now is evolv...
Ayurvedic Lessons From the Raju Family: Hot and Cold Drinks, Reheating Food and Breakfast | Dylan Smith
Embark on a transformative journey with me, as I recount a decade's worth of profound Ayurvedic wisdom and personal growth, marking Vital Veda's 10-year milestone. Feel the anticipation as I unveil pivotal lessons from my health voyage ...
The Intuition Process: Children Who Can Read and Cycle Blindfolded and What It Means | Michael Collins
On this podcast episode I had the pleasure of sitting down with Emmy-nominated documentarist, Michael Collins, to discuss his upcoming film release, ”Intuition” showcasing one set of techniques to unlock the hidden potential within children, by...
Kirtan: The Devotional Music Practice That Opens the Heart | Vijay Krishna (Kirtaniyas)
When the soulful rhythms of Kirtan music and the rich wisdom of Bhakti Yoga merge, a portal to spiritual ecstasy opens. For this episode I had the privilege of sitting down with Vijay Krishna from the Kirtaniyas, whose life story is as ...
Kundalini Awakening: What It Really Feels Like From the Inside | Marcus Hamill
Imagine returning from a serene holiday only to be thrust into a world where your deepest fears and brightest epiphanies collide. Embark on a transformative journey with Yoga teacher Marcus Hamill as he shares the unexpected onset ...