The Truth To Power Show

Two Buddhist meditation teachers within the New Kadampa Tradition discuss the importance of imagination on the journey towards enlightenment in this LIVE episode.

The Mayhem Poets - Scott Raven, Mikumari Caiyhe, and Mason Granger - discuss their process and how their comedically gifted performances of gut wrenching truths are able to leave their audiences forever changed.

NYC Singer / Songwriter Jessie Kilguss shares her perspectives on her music and lessons from her childhood on a farm. Spoiler alert: chickens have died. Music from her new album "The Fastness" and recollections of her play "Tea at Brunch". IMHO, a fun episode for all.

Lyricist and singer, from "Death by Piano", Kalen Lister joins return guests Claire Van Winkle, of Rockaway Writer's Workshop, and Jessica Hinds, Meditative Writing founder, to discuss with host Vijay R. Nathan how creativity can be a pathway for healing in this very #essential LIVE episode of Truth to Power Show.

Artist Seth Friedman talks to host Vijay R. Nathan about how his creative process empowers him to cope with professional challenges and lead him to write the historical fiction novel "The Pilgrim". Follow his Instagram: @instantcure

Literary Safari founder Sandhya Nankani talks to host Vijay R. Nathan about how educational apps, diverse literature, and inclusive editorial practices can further lead the way for social progress. Also, tune in for music from Fanna Fi Allah and a chance to win two tickets to their August 25 Brooklyn show!

Cambodian American author Sokunthary Svay discusses culture, generations, and creativity as expressed in her book "Apsara in New York" with host Vijay R. Nathan. Music from Janelle Monae.

Sherese Francis, Author of "Lucy's Bone Scrolls: The Black Speculative Mystery School", discusses with host Vijay R. Nathan afrofuturism, and her work that looks forward while remembering the past. Music from The Kundalini Genie.

Vijay R. Nathan talks to Shelby Chestnut of Transgender Law Center to discuss strategies to support human rights and also reads from books on American dissent. All featured music is from transgender artists (Ryan Cassata, Shea Diamond, and Shawnee).

Host Vijay R. Nathan talks to filmmaker Joel Fendelman about his documentary Man on Fire that focuses on the self immolation of a white pastor in response and protest to racism in his small Texan town. Readings from "When they call you a terrorist: A black lives matter memoir" and music from the recently released album "Ethereality" by the band Winter.

Host Vijay R. Nathan talks with Greywolf of the band Death by Piano about his musical influences, the changing landscape of the music industry and the ways in which the band achieves musical honesty. Music from Polica, Phantogram, Dolly Parton and, of course, selections from Death by Piano's EP "Countdown".

W. Lance Hunt, author of the novel "A Perfect Blindness", reveals his creative process and talks on the nature of truth with host Vijay R. Nathan with music from the 80s and 90s.

Intuitive empath and practicing tarot reader Hannah Weires talks to host Vijay R. Nathan about her journey into astrology, crystals, and reading tarot for the community via social media. Music: Psychedelic Witchcraft, Annie Lennox, and North by North.

Queens Library Chief Librarian Nick Buron sits with supervising librarian Vijay R. Nathan to discuss the ideas and books that have had the most impact on his life. Music from The Brobot Johnson Experience and readings from many books.

Matthew Corozine talks with host Vijay R. Nathan about the craft of acting as being truthful under imaginary circumstances as well as the very real need for diversity in the profession. Music: Belle and Sebastian

Host Vijay R. Nathan talks with Poet Jared Harel about how the personal is political in his collection "Go, Because I Love You", Jared's transition into fatherhood, and identity in his chapbook "The Body Double". Music: Polica and Stargaze, Radiohead.

Host Vijay R. Nathan has a conversation with Claire Van Winkle of "Rockaway Writer's Workshop" to discuss the importance of mastery of language through grammar / form and poetics.

Host Vijay R. Nathan converses with scholar and manifestation guide Rick Jarow to explore life's elemental questions; with music by MC Yogi.

Host Vijay R. Nathan interviews Poet Anum Sattar to discuss her vision for poetry and herself. Music: Imagine Dragons & Madonna. With a reading from "Art as Experience" by John Dewey.

Poet Diana Marie Delgado on her journey of spiritual trust in poetry. Music: Garden and Villa "Black Hills" and a reading from The Theater and Its Double by Antonin Artaud.