TM Talks
Creativity & the Arts
October 12, 2025
The Entrepreneur Who Changed the World of Competitive Video Gaming | 49:55
Walter Day is a true pioneer in the world of competitive video gaming and a legendary figure in gaming history. He talks about his remarkable life—from founding the iconic Twin Galaxies arcade, then becoming the official referee of competitive video gaming, and later reinventing himself as a musician. Mr. Day has been featured in numerous documentaries that chronicle the rise of gaming culture, including Nintendo Quest.
Personal Growth
October 5, 2025
From Orphan to Mayor: The Remarkable Journey of Guillermo Vidal | 51:32
Born in Cuba, Guillermo Vidal talks about his remarkable life, first as an orphan in the United States and eventually becoming mayor of Denver, Colorado. He reflects on his experience as an immigrant, the challenges of leadership, the transformative power of the TM technique, and his evolving views on aging. Mr. Vidal is a longtime public servant and community leader, and the author of two books.
Business Success
September 27, 2025
Developing Leadership Consciousness Throughout the World | 49:31
Warren Blank, PhD, is the founder and president of The Leadership Group, a leadership and organizational development firm specializing in training, facilitation, consulting, and coaching with organizations worldwide. He explores a core theme of his work: the distinction between being a boss—someone with formal authority, and being a true leader—someone who earns willing followers.
Creativity & the Arts
September 21, 2025
Reviving Elegance with a Brazilian American Musician and Director | 53:18
Brazilian American artist Manny Moreira is the founder and artistic director of the New Deco Orchestra Experience. Shaped by decades of experience as a Juilliard-trained conductor, guitarist, vocalist, composer, arranger, and producer, he is passionate about reviving a sense of elegance in performance. He talks about discovering the TM technique, which brought clarity and balance to his creative output and personal life.
Creativity & the Arts
September 14, 2025
The Unique Life of a Musician, Manager, and Bandleader | 54:25
Rick Levy’s childhood love of music and the business behind it grew into a lifelong journey as a musician, bandleader, and manager. He recalls the 1960s music scene and his contribution to the formation of a rock band as a teenager. Mr. Levy has put together and managed acts that include Herman’s Hermits, the Grass Roots, and the Box Tops. Today, he continues to live his musical dream, performing and touring with the legendary group The Box Tops.
Business Success
September 7, 2025
Living with Passion, Purpose, and Self-Love | 52:45
Best-selling author and long-time TM teacher Janet Bray Attwood discusses her lifelong journey to find passion, purpose, and self-love. She recalls the pivotal moments that shaped her path and how TM became the foundation of her creativity, work, and worldwide impact. Ms. Attwood has spoken on the power of ritual, enlightened alliances, the mastery of self-love, and how to get clear and live a life of passion and purpose.
Creativity & the Arts
August 31, 2025
From Marathons to Nature: Six Decades of Photography | 51:50
Jim Davis is a highly accomplished entrepreneur, special events photographer, and founder of Chappell Studio, Marathon Foto, Grad Images, and Jim Davis Images. He recalls some of his favorite moments and some of the famous people he has photographed professionally. He also talks about how learning TM gave him the energy to run a large-scale business and manage high-pressure events.
Creativity & the Arts
August 24, 2025
From Piano to Handbells: The Journey of a Versatile Musician | 51:09
James Meredith, pianist, voice and piano teacher, composer, coach, and conductor, reflects on his career in music, from classical to contemporary. He discusses his groundbreaking role with the Sonos Handbell Ensemble, which helped elevate handbells into the realm of mainstream concert performance. Mr. Meredith also highlights his inspiring work with underserved youth, guiding them to success through music education.
Better Health
August 17, 2025
Sports Psychology and the Value of Inner Silence | 55:03
Stephen Franze, sports psychologist, mental performance and ice hockey coach, and former physical trainer, discusses how athletes can recognize and overcome common mental and emotional challenges. He shares his goals for developing self-awareness in students by enhancing communication and strengthening their identity, both within and beyond their sport.
Individual & Society
August 10, 2025
Publishing, Meditation, and Meaningful Work | 46:47
Claudia Mueller, founder, publisher, and editor of The Iowa Source magazine, discusses her path from literature student to media entrepreneur and how her lifelong passion for writing and spiritual growth helped shape the publication she continues to lead. Since its founding in 1984, The Iowa Source has become a vital regional voice, reaching 16,000 print readers and an additional 12,000 online, with content spanning the arts, health, technology, and more.
Creativity & the Arts
August 3, 2025
Living With All Your Heart | 53:20
Frederica von Stade is widely regarded as the pre-eminent lyric mezzo-soprano of her generation and is celebrated for her brilliant performances all over the world. She has been described by The New York Times as “one of America’s finest artists and singers.” Some highlights of her music career include singing at the White House four times, for four U.S. Presidents, and starring in a gala staged for the 1992 Winter Olympics.
Creativity & the Arts
July 27, 2025
The Joy of Writing Children’s Books | 47:35
Arlene Maguire discusses her inspiring life as a writer of children’s books. Many of her lyrical books foster self-esteem, while others are educational and inspirational, or simply written for fun. Ms. Maguire also explains how learning the TM and TM-Sidhi® programs transformed her life, empowered her writing, and continues to provide her with energy and clarity as an author at the remarkable age of 85.
Creativity & the Arts
July 27, 2025
The Joy of Writing Children’s Books | 47:35
Arlene Maguire discusses her inspiring life as a writer of children’s books. Many of her lyrical books foster self-esteem, while others are educational and inspirational, or simply written for fun. Ms. Maguire also explains how learning the TM and TM-Sidhi® programs transformed her life, empowered her writing, and continues to provide her with energy and clarity as an author at the remarkable age of 85.
The Arts
October 8, 2023
Going Beyond Real | 52:07
Anthony Brunelli, a leader in Photorealism, creates hyperrealistic panoramic paintings of cities, such as Paris, Florence, Prague, Zurich, and Hanoi, which are exhibited and collected around the world. He discusses his evolution as an artist and the impact of his TM practice on his professional and personal life. This encore episode first aired on November 29, 2020.
Maharishi
May 21, 2023
Maharishi on the Nature of Enlightenment: Enriching All Aspects of Life | 51:09
TM Founder Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, in a 1971 talk at Humboldt State University, Arcata, California, explains how regular practice of the TM technique promotes the natural development of a person’s full potential. Bob Roth, CEO of the David Lynch Foundation, and host Mario Orsatti discuss highlights from this classic talk. This encore episode first aired on October 3, 2021.
Business
June 16, 2024
Father and Son Working Together, Bonding as Their Business Grows | 42:59
John Revolinski and his son Donald Revolinski talk with us on Father’s Day about how they grew their small family business in Fairfield, Iowa. Spring Sunrise Natural Foods went from their home basement in the 1990s to their Maharishi Vastu® architecture factory and an explosion of online sales today. They also speak about working together, and how their TM practice has made life more productive and easier for them and their meditating employees.
The Arts
July 5, 2020
Promoting Self-Worth, Self-Acceptance, and Self-Love in Kids and Teens | 45:12
Maria Scrivan, award-winning syndicated cartoonist of Half Full and author of the New York Times best-selling graphic novel Nat Enough, talks about helping kids and teens overcome obstacles to personal growth and learn how to be true to themselves with the challenges of social media and trying to fit in.
Maharishi
December 25, 2022
Maharishi Mahesh Yogi on the Keys to Ideal Relationships | 52:13
TM Founder Maharishi Mahesh Yogi gave an inspiring talk on relationships and the nature of love and friendship at the University of Massachusetts in 1971. Bob Roth, CEO of the David Lynch Foundation, joins host Mario Orsatti to discuss the timeless principles that Maharishi brings to light. This encore episode first aired on February 14, 2021.
Helping Others
March 20, 2022
Life in Accord with Natural Law in Central America | 51:48
Randall Tolpinrud discusses his decades-long adventure in Costa Rica’s innovative conservation efforts, an inspiring success story about protecting and promoting the ecological health and wellbeing of the natural world. He is president of the Pax Natura Foundation, whose honorary chairs are Dame Jane Goodall and Oscar Arias Sánchez, Nobel Laureate and former president of Costa Rica.
Business
February 9, 2025
The Path to Success of a Venture Capitalist, Entrepreneur, Politician, and TM Teacher | 50:14
Nat Goldhaber shares his journey from meeting TM Founder Maharishi Mahesh Yogi in 1965 to working directly with Maharishi, teaching the TM technique, and working in education, politics, and business. He shares stories from his years with Maharishi and his inspiration for Maharishi to create MIU, which opened its doors in 1972. He also discusses highlights of his vast, successful, and fulfilling career.
The Arts
January 21, 2024
The Flow of Consciousness in Literature |50:41
Rhoda Orme-Johnson, Ph.D., co-author of The Flow of Consciousness: Maharishi Mahesh Yogi on Literature and Language and other books, talks about how the study and experience of poetry and literature promote transcending and a deeper appreciation of consciousness, language, and the world around us. This encore episode originally aired September 20, 2020.
Helping Others
March 26, 2023
Healing Trauma and Promoting Well-Being | 52:46
Karen Friedman Agnifilo, J.D., a 30-year veteran of public service, most recently served as Chief Asst. District Attorney of the Manhattan D.A.’s Office. She talks about the role of TM practice in helping survivors of domestic violence and in enhancing resilience for those who support them. This encore episode first aired on May 9, 2021.
Business Success
April 16, 2023
Being Creative in Filmmaking, Investing, and Life: Martin Scorsese and Ray Dalio (Part 1) | 43:46
Bob Roth, David Lynch Foundation CEO, and Mario Orsatti, TM Talks co-host, comment on an earlier taped interview with Martin Scorsese, film director, producer, and screenwriter, and Ray Dalio, Bridgewater founder, who discuss how their practice of the TM technique has influenced their creativity and benefited their professional and private lives.
Creativity & the Arts
August 3, 2025
Living With All Your Heart | 53:20
Frederica von Stade is widely regarded as the pre-eminent lyric mezzo-soprano of her generation and is celebrated for her brilliant performances all over the world. She has been described by The New York Times as “one of America’s finest artists and singers.” Some highlights of her music career include singing at the White House four times, for four U.S. Presidents, and starring in a gala staged for the 1992 Winter Olympics.