Episode 39 - Living as a steward of Vedic wisdom with Amy Landry

17 Aug

Introduction to the episode.

What does it mean to not just learn Vedic wisdom, but to live it? To carry it forward with integrity, maturity, and depth? In this candid conversation, Laura Poole is joined by senior yoga teacher, Ayurvedic practitioner, and fellow Vedic meditator Amy Landry to explore the art of stewardship. Together they unravel the meaning of lineage and sampradāya, the responsibilities of holding timeless knowledge, and the difference between cultural appreciation and appropriation. They speak to the power of oral tradition, the place of initiation in modern times, and the importance of knowing the history that has shaped how we practice today. Expect temple stories, lessons from India, and a heartfelt call to live wisdom as a way of being, not just something we do.

What we talk about.

The heart of sampradāya – a living, breathing lineage.
How to navigate cultural appreciation vs appropriation.
Why oral tradition and initiation still matter in the modern age.
How history deepens practice, and why India remains a place of profound transformation.
The fine balance between sharing your work and performing your spirituality.