Mystics and Skeptics

Tune in and listen to Dr. Alexander Knysh discuss Islamic mysticism and Sufism, including the origins, beliefs, and practices of Sufis. He also discusses the concept of Jinns in Islam.  Dr. Knysh is a Professor of Islamic Studies at the University of Michigan and Director of the Islamic Studies Program at the St. Petersburg State University.  His academic interests include Sufism, Qur’anic studies, the history of Muslim theological, philosophical, and juridical thought, and modern Islamic/Islamist movements from a comparative perspective. He has numerous publications on these subjects, including twelve books, including "Sufism: A New History of Islamic Mysticism" and co-editor of "Dreams and Visions in Islamic Societies."

Tune in and listen to Carl McColman discuss Christian mysticism and describe how to encounter the Divine.  Mr. McColman is a spiritual director, retreat leader, and internationally known speaker and teacher on mystical spirituality and contemplative living. He is the author of many books, including "The Big Book of Christian Mysticism."  He is one of the co-hosts of the Encountering Silence podcast and runs the website: Anamchara.com.

Tune in and listen to Dovid Krafchow discuss Jewish mysticism and the origins and beliefs of Kabbalah. Mr. Krafchow has been an independent scholar for over 50 years studying the Torah and other Jewish texts in their original language of Hebrew and Aramaic. He has spent fifty years studying Jewish mysticism and the secrets of creation through the Zohar and Kabbalah.  Mr. Krafchow is the author of twenty books of fiction and non-fiction related to Jewish life and mystical secrets. He discusses his most recent book "Zohar: Beyond the BlackWhole."

Tune in and listen to David Daniel Gonzales discuss demonology and its mystical beliefs in ancient Israel from early history and through the Second Temple Era.  Mr. Gonzalez also describes his book "Demonology in Ancient Israel."  Mr. Gonzalez is a researcher, author, and podcast and radio show host of Mystic-Skeptic.

Tune in and listen to Corbie Mitleid, a world-renowned psychic medium, tarot master, and author explain to listeners how to discern legitimate from fake psychics; or real wizards from flying monkeys.  Ms. Mitleid has been reading for 50 years and has a worldwide clientele using her skills in tarot and oracle divination card readings, spiritual intuitive counseling, past life retrieval and analysis, mediumship, and spirit guide conferences.  She discusses her books "The Psychic Yellow Brick Road" and "Clean Out Your Life Closet."

Tune in and listen to Padmaja Rao enlighten us about the religion of Hinduism, the world's oldest and third largest religion.  Ms. Rao is a Hindu Dharma Educator, Speaker, and Certified Diversity Professional.

Tune in and listen to Dr. Craig Wright describe how numbers have Divine energy and a strong influence on our life path.  Dr. Wright is a Master Numerologist, certified Metaphysician, Reverend, and author of "It All Adds Up."

Tune in and listen to Dr. David Sloan Wilson discuss how his multilevel selection theory in evolution can foster altruism in groups for a better world. Dr. Wilson is an evolutionary biology and anthropology professor emeritus, and renowned author. and president of ProSocial World.

Tune in and listen to Dr. Dilip Amin about the importance of making an informed decision when entering an interfaith marriage.  Dr. Amin is a Dharma Ambassador,  Director of the Peninsula Multifaith Coalition, and Founder of Hindu Speakers Bureau and Interfaith Shaadi.

Tune in and listen to Astrologer and Spiritual Coach, Natasha Von Salza, to learn about Golden Age Astrology and how the stars at the time and place of your birth determine the blueprint of your life path.