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Ep 226 Keen on Yoga Podcast Mick Brown

Mick Brown discusses his book 'The Nirvana Express', which chronicles the West's engagement with Indian spirituality from the mid-19th century to the present. He explores key figures such as Edwin Arnold, Krishnamurti, Meher Baba, and Osho, highlighting their influence on Western perceptions of Eastern teachings. The discussion also touches on the impact of psychedelics in the 1960s and the ongoing legacy of these spiritual traditions in contemporary society.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to The Nirvana Express
01:02 The Historical Context of Indian Spirituality in the West
03:00 Edwin Arnold and Early Influences
05:51 The Role of Gurus and Spiritual Teachers
10:03 Theosophy and Krishnamurti's Impact
15:00 Mahar Baba and His Followers
20:01 Aleister Crowley and the Occult
24:56 Alan Bennett: The First English Buddhist Monk
29:53 Ramana Maharshi: A Different Kind of Guru
34:11 Somerset Maugham and Ramana Maharshi
36:06 The Influence of Ramana Maharshi
36:12 The Complexities of Modern Gurus
38:37 Psychedelics and Eastern Spirituality
44:07 Osho: The Controversial Guru
51:57 The Paradoxes of Spiritual Teachers
59:06 Reflections on Spirituality and Influence

Key Points

• The book explores the West's engagement with Indian spirituality since the mid-19th century.
• Edwin Arnold's 'The Light of Asia' was pivotal in introducing Buddhism to the West.
• Theosophy played a significant role in shaping Western perceptions of Eastern spirituality.
• Krishnamurti's rejection of theosophy marked a significant shift in spiritual teachings.
• Meher Baba attracted a following of influential women in the early 20th century.
• Aleister Crowley was a complex figure who blended Eastern and Western esoteric traditions.
• Paul Brunton introduced key Indian figures to the West, including Ramana Maharshi.
• The 1960s saw a surge in interest in Eastern spirituality, fueled by psychedelics.
• Osho's community in Oregon became infamous for its controversial practices and lifestyle.
• The conversation highlights the ongoing influence of Eastern teachings in contemporary Western spirituality.