

The Idries Shah Podcast | Practical Psychology for Today
The Idries Shah Foundation
Welcome to the Idries Shah podcast, practical psychology for today. This weekly podcast features selections from Idries Shah books, as well as original recordings. It has been made available by The Idries Shah Foundation, and is voiced by David Ault.
Episodes
Mentioned books

Oct 20, 2023 • 13min
63 | Selections from Wisdom of the Idiots | The Idries Shah Podcast
This episode features selections from Wisodm of the Idiots by Idries Shah.

Oct 13, 2023 • 15min
62 | Selections from Thinkers of the East | The Idries Shah Podcast
This episode features selections from Thinkers of the East by Idries Shah.

Oct 6, 2023 • 16min
61 | Selections from Wisdom of the Idiots | The Idries Shah Podcast
This episode features selections from Wisdom of the Idiots by Idries Shah.

Sep 29, 2023 • 14min
60 | Selections from Thinkers of the East | The Idries Shah Podcast
This episode features selections from Thinkers of the East by Idries Shah.

Sep 22, 2023 • 28min
59 | Selections from The Sufis | The Idries Shah Podcast
Idries Shah, author of The Sufis, explores the impact of Sufism on Indian mystical traditions, the connection between Sufis and Hindu mystics, the influence of Sufism on Zen Buddhism, and the essence of Sufi teachings and influences.

Sep 15, 2023 • 17min
58 | Selections from Wisdom of the Idiots | The Idries Shah Podcast
This episode features selections from Wisdom of the Idiots by Idries Shah.

Sep 8, 2023 • 16min
57 | Selections from Thinkers of the East | The Idries Shah Podcast
Selections from 'Thinkers of the East' explore dismissing disciples as a test for personal growth. Contrasting practices of Gurus and Sufis in India. Benefits of loyalty to one master and objections raised about Rumi. Ancient rules in modern times and the power of transmutation. Importance of seeking truth for its own sake.

Sep 1, 2023 • 32min
56 | Selections from The Sufis | The Idries Shah Podcast
This podcast dives into the differences between Oriental and Western attitudes towards spiritual teachers, the transformative journey of a Sufi and the role of a Sufi master in shaping their path. It also explores the challenges faced by individuals in a Western cultural setting and the importance of a teacher in developing the Sufi personality. Additionally, it discusses the complexity of the Sufi teacher's role, the habit of alternating personality in Sufism, and the role of a Sufi teacher in expanding consciousness.

Aug 28, 2023 • 14min
55 | Selections from Wisdom of the Idiots | The Idries Shah Podcast
This episode features selections from Wisdom of the Idiots.

Jul 25, 2023 • 20min
54 | Selections from Thinkers of the East | The Idries Shah Podcast
This episode features selections from Thinkers of the East by Idries Shah.