TM Talks
Creativity & the Arts
May 17, 2026
From Piano Tuning to Chiropractic Care and Meditation | 51:39
Ed Klein is a piano technician with more than four decades of experience serving concert halls, universities, and private clients. He shares stories working with leading musicians and performers, along with reflections from his years as a chiropractor and chiropractic instructor. Mr. Klein worked with touring performers and ensembles, including the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra of London, the Scottish National Orchestra, the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, the Joshua Bell Trio, and Wynton Marsalis.
Better Health
May 13, 2026
Three Decades of Adventures in Maharishi AyurVeda | 50:18
Mark Toomey, PhD, is the Director of Maharishi AyurVeda® programs at The Raj Ayurveda Health Center and Wellness Spa in Fairfield, Iowa. Dr. Toomey has worked in Maharishi AyurVeda for more than 30 years, collaborating with leading practitioners worldwide. His expertise in Ayurvedic pulse assessment supports highly individualized wellness programs tailored to each person’s mind-body balance and current state of health, guiding recommendations on diet, herbal support, lifestyle, and treatment.
Helping Others
May 3, 2026
Deep Rest for the Best: Bringing TM to Firefighters | 47:53
Doug Abernathy, retired battalion chief of wellness and support with the Indianapolis Fire Department, discusses his work bringing the TM technique to firefighters through the Deep Rest for the Best program. He has played a central part in strengthening peer support programs and advancing a more holistic model of wellness that includes mental, emotional, and spiritual resilience. Mr. Abernathy continues this work as a peer support instructor with the International Association of Fire Fighters.
Creativity & the Arts
April 19, 2026
Piano, Inner Silence, and a Life of Music | 54:59
Hiroko Sasaki, recitalist, chamber musician, and concerto soloist, describes how her musical journey began at age three and how she grew into a world-renowned pianist while balancing life as a mother of two. She also discusses the role of her TM practice in helping her to cultivate inner silence, grow in creativity and focused performance, and maintain balance in a full and demanding life. She has appeared as a soloist with the Philharmonia Orchestra in London and the Vienna Philharmonic, among others.
Creativity & the Arts
April 12, 2026
Creating Change Through Film | 54:12
Filmmaker, educator, and teacher of the TM technique, Amine Kouider explores how he combines storytelling, consciousness, and social change in his filmmaking. He has traveled the world as a producer, director, cinematographer, and editor—filming in environments ranging from high-security prisons to refugee communities. Mr. Kouider is also chair of the Department of Cinematic Arts and New Media at MIU and an associate professor in the David Lynch Graduate School of Cinematic Arts.
Vedic Knowledge
April 5, 2026
Consciousness and the Art of Architecture | 53:59
Jon Lipman, AIA, has devoted the past 29 years to Maharishi Vastu® architecture, becoming one of North America’s most experienced experts in applying its principles. He shares personal stories from his work, including a current project for a Bhutanese refugee community in Ohio and a Tibetan Buddhist temple. Mr. Lipman has lectured at major universities, including Harvard and Stanford, as well as at the Museum of Modern Art and the Smithsonian.
Creativity & the Arts
March 29, 2026
Fifty Years of Teaching, Meditation, and Creativity | 51:28
David Rottenberg is an author and teacher of the Transcendental Meditation (TM) technique. Mr. Rottenberg shares stories from his books—especially Gwendolyn, the Graceful Pig, including its journey from page to stage as a live ballet performance. He discusses his other works and his many years of teaching TM. He also explores how creativity arises naturally from inner stillness, and why the solutions that emerge from that state are so deeply fulfilling.
Helping Others
March 22, 2026
A Personal Journey of Teaching the TM Technique Worldwide | 52:44
Richard Robertson and Janine Decot Robertson are longtime teachers of the TM technique, TM-Sidhi® Administrators, and teachers of Advanced Techniques of the TM program. They talk about their worldwide travels and decades of experience in the global TM organizations. They share stories of working on international projects, including one with President Joaquim Chissano in Mozambique to help unify the country. Together, they have instructed over 12,000 people.
Business Success
March 15, 2026
Through the Lens of Consciousness | 48:38
Chad Buchanan reflects on the evolution of his creative career—from photographing high-profile events to founding his own media company. Along the way, he shares behind-the-scenes stories from assignments photographing entertainers, movie stars, and royalty, offering a glimpse into the fast-paced world of media and celebrity photography. Mr. Buchanan’s work has been published in major media outlets, including Vogue, The New York Times, Rolling Stone, and People.
Creativity & the Arts
March 8, 2026
Improvisation, Inspiration, and the Silent Screen | 52:41
Donald Sosin, acclaimed silent film composer and pianist, reflects on what shaped his life and artistry, from his upbringing to an encounter with silent film that grew into a lifelong vocation and a decades-long association with the Museum of Modern Art and Film. Mr. Sosin performs at many venues around the world and has created dozens of scores for classic films. His work extends to Broadway, PBS documentaries, chamber and choral works, and more than 1,500 published music arrangements.
Better Health
March 1, 2026
Calm Mind, Peak Performance | 55:35
Rubén Sánchez, sports consultant and educator, has worked as a UEFA Pro Soccer Coach and with Olympic and Paralympic athletes, national federations, and professional clubs in multiple disciplines around the world. Mr. Sánchez discusses how athletes can perform at their best while staying balanced, resilient, and connected to their inner Self. He explains how he combines high-level coaching with the TM technique to optimize performance and promote lifelong wellness.
Creativity & the Arts
February 22, 2026
Stillness and the Art of Making Children’s Picture Books | 51:43
Simone Kaplan, children’s picture book consultant and founder of Picture Book People, discusses her journey from a book-loving childhood in South Africa, during a time of political tension, to working inside major New York publishing houses, as she developed her writing skills for young people. Ms. Kaplan has worked with hundreds of writers worldwide, helping them bring clarity, confidence, and creative depth to their work.
Science & Research
April 19, 2020
Brain Integration: Keeping Our Brain Free from the Stress of a Pandemic | 52:25
Frederick Travis, Ph.D., leading researcher on the brain and meditation and Director of the MIU Center for Brain, Consciousness, and Cognition, discusses research on higher brain integration among successful athletes, managers, and musicians, and shows how increased brain integration develops with the practice of the TM technique.
Personal Growth
April 12, 2020
The Value of Transcendence During a Time of Crisis | 50:10
Norman Rosenthal, M.D., the world-renowned psychiatrist and best-selling author who was the first to describe Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), discusses how times of crisis offer extraordinary opportunities for growth—for the individual and society—and how TM practice can be transformative for developing full human potential or the “Super Mind.”
Personal Growth
August 22, 2021
Healing America: How Meditation Can Help Government Leaders and the Country As a Whole | 53:28
U.S. Congressman Tim Ryan (OH-13), a leader in the House of Representatives, shares how meditation can help us meet today’s challenges: “Let’s take some time, 20 minutes twice a day, to go inward. That’s the call—the journey inward. That meets the moment more than anything.” This encore episode originally aired July 12, 2020.
Personal Growth
May 31, 2020
Kids, Families, and the Coronavirus—Why Overcoming Stress Is More Important Than Ever (Parts 1 & 2) | 51:27
William Stixrud, Ph.D., clinical neuropsychologist and best-selling author, discusses how the pandemic causes extreme stress for kids, teens, and parents. He explains teen depression and anxiety, why a sense of control and intrinsic motivation is vital for lifelong happiness, and how TM practice helps our brains adapt to change.
Better Health
May 29, 2022
The Coherence Effect | 54:35
Jay Marcus, J.D., co-author of The Coherence Effect, discusses how TM practice and the Maharishi AyurVeda® program help us tap into the laws of nature that govern health, higher brain functioning, and well-being, and why generating coherence is critical to our health and growth. This encore episode first aired on October 25, 2020.
Better Health
August 16, 2020
TM for the Whole Family | 50:37
Yolanda Lewis-Ragland, M.D., pediatrician at Children’s National Health System in Washington, D.C., and Asst. Prof. of Pediatrics at George Washington University, works with United Way, UNICEF, and U.S. agencies on public health initiatives. She discusses how the TM technique benefits families, communities, and our changing world.
Business Success
August 30, 2020
Step into Your Strongest Self | 54:28
Heathere Evans, award-winning certified coach, consultant, and “Washington PR Woman of the Year,” has a revolutionary approach to leadership development to help clients be more empowered, successful, and inspired. She discusses how the TM technique helps us step into our strongest selves in any situation.
Better Health
June 28, 2020
How to Stay Cool, Be Happy, and Strengthen Your Immunity This Summer with Tips from Maharishi AyurVeda | 52:31
Nancy Lonsdorf, M.D., best-selling author of A Woman’s Best Medicine, Ageless Woman, and The Healthy Brain Solution for Women Over Forty, has integrated Maharishi AyurVeda® in her medical practice for 30+ years. She shares how to “give your genes a hug” with foods, habits, and lifestyle tips to keep you cool and healthy!
The Arts
August 13, 2023
Making a Difference through Filmmaking | 46:26
Bill Duke is an actor, director, producer, and writer whose credits include Sister Act, Bird on a Wire, and X-Men 3. President Bill Clinton appointed him to the National Endowment for the Humanities, and the Directors Guild of America gave him a Lifetime Achievement Tribute. He discusses the impact of his 40+ years of TM practice on his career and personal life. This encore episode first aired on July 29, 2020.
Maharishi
June 12, 2022
The Principles and Practice for Achieving More in Life with Less Effort | 53:01
TM Founder Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, in a 1975 interview, talks about how regular practice of the TM technique develops higher states of consciousness and increases one’s ability to take on responsibility and achieve more with less stress and strain. Bob Roth, David Lynch Foundation CEO, and host Mario Orsatti discuss excerpts from this historic talk. This encore episode first aired on November 8, 2020.
Helping Others
August 29, 2021
Helping a Country Suffering from the Trauma of War: The Armenia Recovery Now Project | 50:05
Greg Monokian and Rouzanna Vardanyan discuss the experience of helping a country recover from the trauma of war through the TM program. In coordination with national and provincial governments and NGOs, they and other TM teachers are bringing relief to the Armenian people after years of regional conflict.
Business
March 24, 2024
Giving Is the Basis of Ideal Relationships in Business and in Life | 53:21
Bill Cates is a prominent business consultant, coach, and best-selling author known for his system that helps develop referral-based business. He talks about the keys to his success and how the TM technique contributes to a rich and rewarding personal and professional life. His system has been featured in Success, Entrepreneur, Research, Money, and The Wall Street Journal.