Naomi Levine, an author on Tibetan Buddhism and spirituality, delves into apocalyptic prophecies within the Kālacakra tantra. She discusses the Kali Yuga, highlighting its signs such as moral decay and climate change. Levine shares insights on the mystical kingdom of Shambhala and the prophesied holy war against barbarian hordes. The conversation touches on the Dalai Lama's Kālacakra initiation rituals and the role of sacred sites in balancing energy. Ultimately, she reflects on how to embrace hope amid the looming sense of impending apocalypse.