The Life and Legacy of Ram Dass with Raghu Markus

Ram Dass was a pivotal influence on spirituality in the West, spreading a powerful message of love and urging us to “Be Here Now.” In this episode, Jeff talks with Raghu Markus, co-founder of the Be Here Now Network, to discuss Ram Dass’ life and legacy – from his beginnings as a Harvard psychotherapist to his adventures in psychedelics to his teachings that continue to inspire people today. Sign up for our free 10-Day Meditation Series with Ram Dass and Friends at https://www.onecommune.com/beherenow. Join thousands of people around the world as we meditate together from January 16 to 25, 2023. In this episode we cover: 0:06:54 – First Introduction to Ram Dass 0:10:54 – Music and Mantras 0:14:00 – Herbie Hancock 0:17:13 – Kicked out of Harvard 0:21:03 – Here and Now Podcast 0:23:02 – Psychedelics 0:30:29 – Psychology 0:35:20 – Meditation 0:39:18 – Neem Karoli Baba 0:45:27 – Allen Ginsberg 0:53:47 – Wisdom 0:55:36 – Love 0:56:30 – Yoga 0:58:12 – Hippies 1:05:30 – Zen 1:10:43 – Craving 1:12:31 – Faith 1:13:48 – Science 1:26:00 – Parenthood 1:27:54 – Trust 1:29:41 – Pause, Breathe, Be Here Now This podcast is supported by: Timeline Nutrition Timeline Nutrition is pioneering a new approach to longevity, one that stands on a decade of scientific discovery to unlock the power within your cells. Your body is an energy generating machine, Timeline makes it more powerful. Use code commune to get 10% off at timelinenutrition.com/commune. Thrive Market This podcast is supported by Thrive Market - Join Thrive Market today and get a FREE $80 in free groceries when you go to thrivemarket.com/commune HIYA Receive 50% off your first order. Go to hiyahealth.com/COMMUNE LMNT LMNT is offering Commune listeners a free sample pack with any purchase, That’s 8 single serving packets FREE with any LMNT order. This is a great way to try all 8 flavors or share LMNT with a salty friend. Get yours at DrinkLMNT.com/COMMUNE