Spiritual Sense
Hosted by Spiritual Sense
A weekly conversation where two longtime meditation teachers apply principles from the Brahma Kumaris tradition to modern problems like stress and fatigue.
This is a conversational show where two experienced spiritual teachers break down a single psychological challenge per episode, such as people-pleasing, sleeplessness, or overthinking. Using analogies, personal stories, and concepts from their Brahma Kumaris background, they translate esoteric ideas into practical, actionable advice for finding inner peace in a stressful world. The hosts, Michael and Shireen, trade off teaching and interviewing each other, creating a calm and supportive dynamic.
“The show's unique blend of Eastern spiritual philosophy (specifically from the Brahma Kumaris) with Western pop-psychology concepts (like the 'fawn' stress response) stands out. The dynamic between the two hosts, who often interview each other with one acting as the episode's expert, provides a grounded, conversational feel.”
Who hosts this show
Michael Mackintosh and Sister Shireen Chada host Spiritual Sense, drawing on a combined 55+ years of spiritual experience rooted in the teachings of the Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual University. Michael is a bestselling author, spiritual coach, and founder of Awakened Academy, with meditations on Insight Timer that have received over 85,000 reviews. Shireen is a spiritual author and Rajyoga meditation teacher with over three decades of experience; she heads the Brahma Kumaris Meditation Center in Tampa, Florida.
Credentials & credits
- Co-founder, Awakened Academy
- Bestselling Author
- Spiritual Life Coach
- Meditation Teacher, Insight Timer
- Rajyoga Meditation Teacher, Brahma Kumaris
- Head of Brahma Kumaris Meditation Center, Tampa
Other ventures
- SpiritualTravelers.org
- Awakened Academy
- Release Your Wings (YouTube Channel)
- OmBar Enlightened Chocolate company
- Don't Die With Your Song Inside (podcast)
What kind of podcast
- Country
- United States
- Region
- usa
When new episodes drop
- 01The Truth About Why You Wake Up TiredJun 28, 2026 · 40 min
- 02How to Quiet a Mind That Won't Switch OffJun 21, 2026 · 51 min
- 03Why People Pleasing Makes You TiredJun 14, 2026 · 45 min
- 04Make Your Mind Your FriendJun 7, 2026 · 42 min
- 05How to Reprogram YourselfMay 31, 2026 · 42 min
- 06How to Stop the Wandering Mind and be HappyMay 24, 2026 · 40 min
- 07How to Use AI Without Losing YourselfMay 17, 2026 · 52 min
- 08When Force Stops WorkingMay 10, 2026 · 40 min
Notable episodes
- 01Why People Pleasing Makes You Tired
Explains the 'fawn' stress response, a concept from modern psychology, and links it to chronic fatigue from a spiritual and energetic perspective.
- 02How to Quiet a Mind That Won't Switch Off
Offers a practical exercise of categorizing thoughts into five types (necessary, waste, negative, positive, elevated) to gain control over a racing mind.
- 03The Truth About Why You Wake Up Tired
Co-host Michael Mackintosh acts as a sleep expert, giving science-based environmental tips and spiritual techniques for overcoming insomnia.
What you'll be asked on this show
As a co-hosted discussion rather than a guest-interview show, the hosts interview each other. They open by framing a common problem, like sleeplessness or a racing mind. Questions are supportive and designed to unpack the other host's expertise, often asking for personal stories ("What was it like for you when...") or practical steps ("What are some practices someone can do..."). This technique guides the conversation from a relatable problem to its spiritual or psychological explanation, and finally to actionable advice for the listener.
The format is a calm, co-hosted conversation focused on a single topic. One host typically introduces a common problem, and the other elaborates with teachings, analogies, and personal anecdotes. While not a traditional interview show, one host often acts as the expert while the other guides the discussion with supportive questions.
Questions Spiritual Sense keeps coming back to
8 cataloguedIf you're going on this show as a guest, expect some version of each of these. Each note explains when Spiritual Sense reaches for it.
process
3- Q.01
“Can you tell us all about this topic of [stress, the nervous system, etc.]?”
This is a standard opening question to introduce the main subject of the episode.
- Q.02
“Why does the mind loop so much when you're lying in bed?”
This type of question probes into the specific psychological mechanics behind a common struggle.
- Q.03
“So we have [concept A] and [concept B]... what else is there?”
This prompts the host to continue explaining a list or framework they are teaching.
personal
2- Q.01
“What was it like for you when you started meditating with your mind?”
The hosts often ask each other for personal stories to make abstract topics more relatable.
- Q.02
“I heard you used to have problems with [challenge]. How did you overcome them?”
Asks for a host's personal success story related to the topic, providing a model for the listener.
mindset
1- Q.01
“Why do we need to calm our minds, and what happens if it's not under control?”
This question establishes the stakes and negative consequences of not addressing the problem.
advice
2- Q.01
“What are some practices someone can do to start making progress?”
A key transitional question used to shift the conversation from theory to actionable advice.
- Q.02
“How can we learn more about [a specific concept]?”
A follow-up used to get more detail on a technical or spiritual term mentioned in passing.
Signature segments
- · Opening with "Welcome to Spiritual Sense Podcast..."
- · Mentioning free resources at spiritualtravelers.org
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
The show primarily features its two hosts in conversation. Based on available episodes, external guests are not a regular feature; instead, one of the co-hosts often serves as the designated expert on the episode's topic.
- Michael Mackintoshon The Truth About Why You Wake Up Tired
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The podcast consistently promotes its own free courses, books, and resources available on the spiritualtravelers.org website. There is no evidence of third-party sponsorship.
Subscriber and view counts are pulled live from YouTube and re-verified on a 30-day cycle. Listener estimates for the RSS feed aren't published here unless they're host-verified.
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People also ask
- What are the hosts' names and backgrounds?
- The hosts are Michael Mackintosh and Sister Shireen Chada. Both are longtime meditation teachers with experience rooted in the Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual University.
- What is the podcast's format?
- It's a weekly conversational show where the two hosts discuss a single topic related to practical spirituality and psychology, such as stress, sleep, or overthinking.
- Is this an interview podcast?
- Not in the traditional sense. The show is a co-hosted discussion, though one host often takes on an 'expert' role while the other asks guiding questions.
- What is Brahma Kumaris?
- The Brahma Kumaris is a spiritual movement and organization that teaches a form of meditation called Rajyoga. Both hosts draw from its teachings in the podcast.
- Where can I find the resources mentioned in the show?
- The hosts offer free courses, meditations, and books on their website, spiritualtravelers.org.
- Is the podcast still active?
- Yes, the podcast releases new episodes on a weekly basis.
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Sources & how this page was built
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- [01]Spiritual Travelers - Podcastspiritualtravelers.org
- [02]About BK Shireen - Brahma Kumarisbrahmakumaris.org
- [03]About Michael Mackintoshmichaelmackintosh.com
- [04]About Awakened Academyawakenedacademy.com
- [05]Spiritual Sense on Apple Podcastspodcasts.apple.com
- [06]Michael Mackintosh - Insight Timerinsighttimer.com
- [07]Spiritual Sense YouTube Channelyoutube.com
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