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The Vital Veda Podcast: Ayurveda | Vedic Wisdom | Holistic Health & Natural Healing

Dylan Smith: Ayurvedic Practitioner, Holistic Health Educator, Conscious Entrepreneur

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Frequency: 1 episode/19d. Total Eps: 158

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

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Tinnitus, Ears, Nose & Throat: Ayurveda's Approach to Healing | Vaidya Matheus Macêdo #158

Wednesday, October 28, 2026 • Duration 01:31:58

That ringing in your ears that never quite switches off. The buzzing, the fullness, the quiet worry that something in your head is not right, and the appointment that ends with “there is not much we can do.” There is another way to understand what is happening, and it is thousands of years old.

Dylan sits down with Vaidya Matheus, the first Brazilian to earn a BAMS (a full university medical degree in Ayurveda) and a teacher of Ayurveda in Japan, for a wide and honest conversation that starts at the ears and travels a long way beyond them.

They go deep on Shalakya Tantra, the branch of Ayurveda devoted to the ears, nose, throat and head (ENT), and what it genuinely offers for tinnitus and hearing when standard treatments disappoint. Matheus is candid: conventional tinnitus therapies are limited, yet with careful Ayurvedic management, including nasya (medicated nasal therapy) and internal medicine, many people find real relief over a month or two. You will learn why tinnitus and ringing in the ears are understood as vtāa (the body’s movement energy) disorders of the head, and why the way back is to settle that aggravated vāta rather than force it.

The conversation also carries a warning worth hearing before your next cleanse. Purification therapies (shodana) are powerful, but they stir Vata, and done carelessly, whether through aggressive panchakarma, a spa chasing profit, or intense practices like ayahuasca, they can leave you worse off. Matheus names the red flags, the real cautions around karna poorna (ear oil filling) and nasya, and how to tell a pacifying treatment from a purifying one.

Underneath it all runs a deeper thread: the body as śarira, “that which decays,” how closely our health is tied to our relationship with death, and a simple practice you can do before sleep to loosen the fear of it.

You deserve to feel vitality. As a matter of fact, it is innate within you. For grounded Ayurvedic tools like these, press play.

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Can You Be a Rock Star & Stay Humble? Radhika Das on Kirtan (Devotional Chanting) & the Ego | #157

Wednesday, September 23, 2026 • Duration 52:46

Radhika Das takes a room from silence to euphoria in the space of one song.

He has done it at the British Museum, filled London's Apollo theatre doing it, led 15,000 voices doing it in New Delhi, and Wembley Stadium is next (that is the plan). He is, in every sense, a Spiritual Rockstar.

What he does is called kirtan, devotional call and response chanting, one of the oldest technologies for shifting consciousness through sound. You do not need to know a word of Sanskrit to feel it. Rooms full of strangers end up in tears, laughing, dancing, chanting at the top of their lungs. That is Radhika's signature, ecstatic, high energy, building wave after wave until the room cannot sit still.

But this episode is not really about kirtan. It is about what happens to a person underneath a rapid rise. Sold out shows, ecstatic crowds, going off on Instagram, a career expanding faster than most people's nervous systems could handle.

Dylan sits down with Radhika to ask the question most public facing "dharmic work" eventually forces:

how do you keep the ego out of it when the whole engine of growth runs on people watching you do it.
Where is the line between performance and practice.
What does it cost a family when a service based career grows this fast.?

Less "me, me, me," in Radhika's own words, while the crowd keeps getting louder.

Enjoyed this episode? Explore more Vital Veda episodes on bhakti, kirtan and devotional practice.

Inherited Family Trauma: It Didn't Start With You | Mark Wolynn #156

Tuesday, August 25, 2026 • Duration 01:07:20

Trauma leaves an imprint, and that imprint passes down the bloodline. In the Vedas, we call it a samskara, an impression etched into us by experience and carried across generations.

Depression, anxiety, chronic pain, phobias, obsessive thoughts — the evidence suggests the root of these may lie in the traumas of our parents, grandparents, and great-grandparents. Recent research affirms that traumatic experience passes to future generations, hidden in everything from gene expression to everyday language.

In this episode, Dylan speaks with Mark Wolynn, leading expert in inherited family trauma and author of the groundbreaking book It Didn't Start With You. Mark developed a method to identify and break these inherited patterns — accessible, pragmatic, and grounded in neuroscience and post-traumatic stress research.

In this episode we cover:

Why inherited trauma is physical, carried in the body and the cells
How trauma passes beyond blood, to family members you have never even met
The connection between inherited trauma and recurring dreams
How trauma can paradoxically make us more adaptable and resilient
Whether healing can happen through the body alone, without revisiting painful memories
Practical steps to locate, interrupt, and resolve inherited patterns

RESOURCES:

Book: It Didn't Start With You by Mark Wolynn
Work with Dylan: vitalveda.com.au/bookings

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Sound: The Most Subtle & Most Powerful Sense - Vedic Wisdom on Voice, Hearing & Divine Speech | Dylan Smith #155

Saturday, June 27, 2026 • Duration 43:30

Sound is the most subtle of the senses.

And according to the Vedas, because it is the most subtle, it is also the most powerful.

What you speak, how you speak, and what you allow yourself to hear shapes the quality of your mind, your consciousness, and ultimately the person you become.

Recorded live during a sound healing evening in London, Dylan Smith explores the Vedic understanding of sound, speech, hearing, and consciousness. Beginning with the science of vibration and moving into the philosophy of speech, this talk reveals why sound has always been regarded as one of the most transformative forces in human life.

From Ayurvedic practices for supporting ear health to the extraordinary concept of Vāk Siddhi, where speech gains the power to manifest reality, this episode offers a profound perspective on the relationship between sound and spiritual development.

Whether you're interested in mantra, meditation, Ayurveda, or simply becoming more conscious of the words you speak and hear, this conversation offers practical wisdom and timeless insight.

In This Episode, We Cover:

• Why sound is considered the most subtle and most powerful sense
• The relationship between sound, consciousness, and the sense organs
• The four Vedas and the significance of celestial sounds
• The teaching of Satyam Brūyāt, Priyam Brūyāt: speak truth, speak sweetly
• Ayurvedic practices for supporting ear health and auditory capacity
• Karna Poorna, Gandusha, and Nasya for the health of the senses
• How sound influences the mind and shapes perception
• The cultivation of divine hearing (Śravaṇa)
• Why mantras are traditionally repeated inwardly rather than aloud
• Vāk Siddhi and the power of pure speech
• The role of Udāna Vāta in expression, communication, and manifestation
• Practical ways to become more conscious of what you hear and speak

About Dylan Smith

Dylan Smith is an Ayurvedic Practitioner, educator, and founder of Vital Veda.

Jyotish Gemstones: Choosing the Right Planetary Stone for Your Chart and What to Avoid | Tiffany April Raines #154

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 • Duration 01:12:34

Gemstones are not just decorative.

In Jyotiṣa (Vedic Astrology), they are used as precise tools to amplify planetary influences and shift the trajectory of karma.

In this episode, Dylan Smith sits down with Vedic Gemologist and Jyotiṣī Tiffany April Raines to explore how astrological gemstones actually work, why quality is everything, and the level of responsibility required when using them.

Tiffany is the co-owner of Astrological Gem International and has spent nearly two decades studying, testing, and tracking the real-world effects of gemstones. Her approach is grounded in precise chart-based prescriptions, high-quality sourcing, and direct experience.

This conversation goes beyond surface-level understanding.

It explores gemstones as amplifiers of karma, why they can sometimes create intensity or discomfort, and how to work with them consciously and safely.

If you’ve ever been curious about wearing gemstones for healing, abundance, relationships, or spiritual growth, this episode brings clarity, nuance, and grounded insight.

In This Episode, We Cover:

What makes a gemstone “astrological” vs decorative
Why flawlessness and untreated stones are essential
How gemstones interact with light, colour, and planetary energy
Why gemstones can accelerate karma and life events
When gemstones can create discomfort or intensity
Whether gemstones should be a primary remedy (upāya)
The importance of correct prescription and intention
Real-life stories of fertility, wealth, and life shifts
Primary vs secondary gemstones (ratnas vs uparatnas)
Why quality matters more than size
Natural pearls vs cultured pearls and what actually works
How to work with common stones like amethyst
Emerging gemstones beyond classical Jyotiṣa (aquamarine, rubellite)
Red flags when buying gemstones and issues with certification
The ethics and responsibility of selling gemstones

EMF and Cellular Health: A Telecom Engineer Explains What's Actually Happening to Your Body | Daniel DeBaun #153

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 • Duration 01:21:05

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 wireless world.

Our bodies are fundamentally electrical. Every nerve impulse, heartbeat, and cellular signal depends on delicate electrical gradients. Yet today we are constantly surrounded by artificial electromagnetic signals from mobile phones, WiFi routers, laptops, Bluetooth devices, and expanding wireless infrastructure.

Drawing on more than 30 years of experience inside the telecommunications industry, Daniel explains what electromagnetic fields actually are, the difference between ionising and non-ionising radiation, and how radiofrequency signals interact with biological systems. The discussion explores emerging research around voltage-gated calcium channels (VGCCs), oxidative stress, and mitochondrial function, offering insight into how environmental electromagnetic exposure may influence cellular signalling and energy metabolism.

Rather than approaching the topic from a place of fear, this episode focuses on awareness and resilience. Dylan and Daniel share practical strategies to reduce EMF exposure in everyday life, helping listeners navigate modern technology while supporting long-term health.

IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:

📡 What electromagnetic fields (EMFs) actually are
📡 Ionising vs non-ionising radiation explained
📡 Radiofrequency radiation from phones, WiFi and wireless devices
📡 The electrical nature of human physiology
📡 Voltage-gated calcium channels (VGCCs) and cellular signalling
📡 Oxidative stress and mitochondrial energy production
📡 Mobile phones, wireless technology and the 5G conversation
📡 Why some individuals experience EMF sensitivity
📡 Simple ways to reduce daily EMF exposure
📡 Practical strategies for building resilience in a high-EMF world

ABOUT OUR GUEST: Daniel DeBaun

Daniel T. DeBaun is a telecommunications engineer with more than 30 years of experience designing and testing wireless technologies. During his career he worked inside the infrastructure that powers modern telecommunications, including overseeing electromagnetic interference testing laboratories and helping establish technical standards for wireless systems.

Solar and Lunar Eclipses: What Ayurveda, Jyotish and Mantra Say You Should (and Shouldn't) Do | #152

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Monday, February 23, 2026 • Duration 01:28:39

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, Vaidya Dr Krishna Raju, Vaidya and medical astrologer Dr Harsha Raju, and mantra teacher Purnesh. Together they explore eclipses through the lenses of Ayurveda, Jyotish and mantra śāstra.

They speak about Rahu and Ketu, the difference between solar and lunar eclipses, why digestion and prāṇa are considered more sensitive during these periods, and why eclipses have long been used as powerful windows for mantra and inner practice. Specific mantras and simple ritual guidelines are shared, along with practical recommendations around food, rest, meditation and how to orient the mind during these heightened times. The conversation moves between astronomy, subtle physiology and lived experience, offering a steady and grounded way to approach eclipse events.

Rather than sensationalising eclipses, this episode invites a composed perspective. A reminder that moments of shadow can also be moments of alignment.

IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:

🌒 The Vedic understanding of eclipses
🌒 Rahu and Ketu in Vedic mythology
🌒 Solar vs lunar eclipses and their different impacts on mind, prāṇa and physiology
🌒 Agni, digestion and subtle sensitivity during eclipse periods
🌒 Practical Ayurvedic guidance for food, fasting and daily routine
🌒 Mantra practices and specific chants recommended during eclipses
🌒 Moving beyond fear toward steadiness and alignment in times of shadow

RESOURCES:

Show Notes for this episode (with full resources & mantra spellings)
Seven Dhatus and Nine Planets - Online Course with Dylan & Vaidya Harsha Raju

The Role of Fear in Disease: How Prana, Pulse Diagnosis and Ayurveda Address the Root | Dr A.V. Raju

Season 1

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 • Duration 01:07:59

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 than approaching disease as something external to fight, this conversation returns to a core Ayurvedic truth: health and illness arise first in consciousness. Through stories, clinical insights, and lineage-based knowledge, Dr Raju explains how fear weakens prāṇa, how confidence and understanding support healing, and why Ayurveda prioritises early imbalance long before disease manifests.

This episode weaves together classical Ayurvedic philosophy, pulse wisdom, marma science, and lived experience from generations of Vaidyas, offering a rare glimpse into healing that begins within.

IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:

🌿 Fear as a Root Cause of Disease
🌿 Doṣas, Consciousness & the Inner Churning
🌿 Prāṇa as the Foundation of Healing
🌿 Pulse Awareness as a Healing Practice
🌿 Agni, Ama & the Six Stages of Disease
🌿 Marma Therapy And The Power of Touch
🌿 Sound, Mantra & Subtle Prāṇic Healing
🌿 Seasonal Intelligence & Ritual Reset

ABOUT OUR GUEST: Vaidya A.V. 'Krishna' Raju

Vaidya Krishna Raju is the Director and Head Physician of The Raju Family clinic in Hyderabad, India, where thousands of patients travel from across the world for expert Ayurvedic care, ranging from preventative health to complex and chronic conditions often considered “incurable.”

Renowned for his refined mastery of pulse diagnosis, Dr Raju brings decades of clinical experience and a deep, practical command of classical Ayurveda. He is a specialist in Pañcakarma (Ayurvedic detoxification and rejuvenation), and is widely respected for his encyclopaedic recall of Ayurvedic knowledge and its precise application in real-world cases. In 2022, he received the Health Conclave Award in recognition of his service in successfully treating countless patients across Telangana during the 2020–2022 COVID pandemic.

How to Heal a Hernia Naturally & Without Surgery | George Hirst #150

Season 1

Thursday, November 20, 2025 • Duration 01:05:10

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 it was impossible. George shares the physical, emotional, and practical steps that took him from a painful two-golf-ball bulge to living symptom-free—no mesh, no surgery.

Together they unpack what a hernia really is, why it develops, and the five core factors that often drive it—poor digestion, weak deep-core muscles, pelvic misalignment, emotional tension, and lack of mobility. You’ll learn how to strengthen the transverse abdominis and pelvic floor safely, the role of proper digestion in reducing pressure, and why awareness and breath are key to true recovery.

Whether you’re facing surgery, living with a hernia, or supporting someone who is, this conversation offers grounded hope and actionable tools to help you rebuild strength from the inside out.

IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:
💪 Understanding What a Hernia Really Is
💪 Root Causes of Hernia Development
💪 Strengthening the Core & Healing Naturally
💪 The Role of the Hernia Belt
💪 Diet & Digestion for Hernia Healing
💪 Emotional & Energetic Healing
💪 Practical Steps for Prevention & Recovery

ABOUT OUR GUEST: George Hirst

George Hirst is the founder of Comfort Truss, a company born from his own journey of healing an inguinal hernia naturally. When surgery was presented as his only option, George set out to find another way - developing methods to strengthen his body and support healing while documenting his process to help others do the same.

Frustrated by the bulky, painful belts available, he designed a lightweight, low-profile truss that offered genuine comfort and confidence in daily life. What began as a personal solution has now supported tens of thousands of people worldwide - whether pre-surgery, post-surgery, or pursuing natural recovery.

Through his videos, online program, and the Comfort Truss community, George continues to empower people to take an active, informed, and natural approach to hernia healing.

Samudra Manthana: The Vedic Story of the Churning of the Ocean and Its Hidden Meaning | Dylan Smith

Season 1

Friday, October 17, 2025 • Duration 29:39

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 retells the ancient Vedic story of the Samudra Manthana (the Churning of the Ocean of Milk) and reveals how this timeless myth mirrors the process of transformation within us all. As light and shadow churn together, both poison and nectar emerge, showing that healing is not about escape, but integration.

A meditative and mythic journey through one of the Vedas’ most profound tales, this episode invites you to awaken the Dhanvantari within - the innate intelligence that restores balance, purifies what’s toxic, and reveals the radiant nectar of health and consciousness that lies beneath the surface of all experience.

IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:
🌿 The Karmakāṇḍa Layer: the outer story of the Samudra Manthana
🌿 The Emergence of Dhanvantari
🌿 The Alchemy of Poison and Nectar
🌿 The Treasures of the Churning
🌿 The 'Inner' Samudra Manthana

RESOURCES:
• Mantra Śāstra Explained: The Ancient Science of Sound | Purnesh #148
• Diwali: Spark Radiance & Supersede Limitations | Acharya Shunya #071
• Marma & Pulse Diagnosis Retreat – Byron Bay, Australia (June 2026)
• Abhyanga Massage Practitioner Training – Ayurvedic Massage Training in Byron Bay & London

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