Chris Grosso The Indie Spiritualist
Chris Grosso is a public speaker, writer, musician, recovery coach, and author of several books, including Indie Spiritualist, Everything Mind, Dead Set On Living, and Necessary Death. His work blends raw honesty with deep spiritual insight, offering readers and listeners a down-to-earth approach to healing and growth. Chris has contributed to Revolver Magazine, FANGORIA, and Huffington Post, and has spoken at major events like Wanderlust Festival, Yoga Journal Conference, Kripalu, Sun Valley Wellness Festival, the Chapel of Sacred Mirrors, and more.Chris’s passion for helping others extends beyond writing and speaking—he’s also a recovery coach with Make It Mean Something Coaching, a service offered through Action Creates Change LLC. He works with teens and adults navigating mental health struggles, addiction, and life transitions, offering personalized guidance that empowers clients to find meaning in their challenges and reclaim their lives.From leading groups in detox centers and rehabs to youth centers and yoga studios, Chris has spent years on the front lines of healing, helping individuals move beyond suffering and into transformation. His dedication to fostering connection and resilience earned him a place as a member of the Evolutionary Leaders.The Indie Spiritualist podcast brings raw truth and real talk, featuring interviews with musicians, artists, spiritual teachers, skateboarders, and actors. It’s an open invitation to explore life’s messiness and meaning—no pretense, no fluff, just real conversations with real people.Stay connected with Chris Grosso on Instagram and Facebook for more updates, insights, and ragged truth-telling.
Latest episodes
Apr 30, 2019 • 55min
Ep. 89 – The Wisdom of Spirit Animals with Sarah Bamford Seidelmann
Shamanic healer Sarah Bamford Seidelmann joins Chris Grosso for a conversation about finding the wisdom and healing that are available through spirit animals.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Apr 10, 2019 • 56min
Ep. 88 – Wayne Liquorman
Author and speaker Wayne Liquorman joins the Indie Spiritualist to talk about non-duality and moving beyond the sense of authorship that is often attached to identity.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Mar 20, 2019 • 1h 1min
Ep. 87 – Roxan McDonald
The Indie Spiritualist gets Spiritual_AF with writer Roxan McDonald as they talk about childhood trauma, getting sober, and getting real with spirituality.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Mar 1, 2019 • 58min
Ep. 86 – Kari Kwinn
Chris speaks with yoga teacher and author Kari Kwinn about codependency, addiction, and what makes a healthy relationship.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Feb 6, 2019 • 41min
Ep. 85 – Elena Brower
Bestselling author Elena Brower visits the Indie Spiritualist to talk about self-care, mental health, and her new book on separation and divorce.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jan 16, 2019 • 51min
Ep. 84 – Kamlesh Patel (Daaji)
Kamlesh Patel (Daaji) visits the Indie Spiritualist Podcast to talk about naturally going within and shifting our consciousness with heart-based meditative practice.After graduating with honors in 1980, Kamlesh Patel moved to the US and practiced pharmacy in New York City, while also continuing the Raja Yoga system of Sahaj Marg, with great devotion. Kamlesh continued to follow Parthasarathi Rajagopalachari (Chariji), the second President of Shri Ram Chandra Mission, after Babuji’s passing, and has held a number of increasingly responsible roles as well as offering his support to the growth of the Mission worldwide.In October 2011 he was proclaimed as Chariji’s successor, and in August 2012 was appointed Vice-President of SRCM with the full powers of the President, due to Chariji’s failing physical health. Following Chariji’s passing on the 20th of December 2014, he became the Spiritual Guide of the Sahaj Marg System, and the third President of Shri Ram Chandra Mission. He is often endearingly referred to as Daaji.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dec 27, 2018 • 1h 6min
Ep. 83 – The Gradual Path of Awakening with Dr. Miles Neale
Chris Grosso shares a conversation with psychotherapist and Buddhist teacher Dr. Miles Neale about holding contemplative practice in the Western world and finding a gradual path to awakening.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Nov 15, 2018 • 1h 1min
Ep. 82 – Joshua Coburn
This time on the Indie Spiritualist Podcast, Chris sits down with author and motivational speaker Joshua Coburn. The two share a sincere conversation around getting real with ourselves and taking a gradual path towards reaching our goals.Find show notes and resources here: https://beherenownetwork.com/chris-grosso-the-indie-spiritualist-ep-82-joshua-coburnJoshua Coburn is a youth speaker, author, mentor & “Corporate Oddity” who has spent his life & career redefining stereotypes, living his passions, and assisting others to Dream Big, Believe Big, & Succeed Big. Today, Coburn has made it his mission to make kindness a way of life while speaking with students across the nation on the inspirational and emotional rollercoaster ride known as the Manners & Motivation Tour. Learn more about Josh at joshuacoburn.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Oct 24, 2018 • 53min
Ep. 81 – Marci Zaroff
Chris speaks with Marci Zaroff, author and eco-conscious innovator in the fashion and textile industries, about how we can start to easily start to make the decisions that align our actions with more in balance with nature.Find show notes and resources here: ttps://beherenownetwork.com/indie-spiritualist-ep-81-marci-zaroff/Marci Zaroff is an internationally recognized ECOlifestyle visionary, authority, innovator and educator and has been instrumental in driving authenticity, environmental leadership & social justice worldwide for nearly three decades. Learn more at marcizaroff.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Oct 4, 2018 • 1h 14min
Ep. 80 – Positive Mental Attitude with John Joseph
Author, nutritionist and punk rock legend John Joseph shares a conversation with Chris about transforming our lives by changing our mental attitude. Find links and resources from this episode here: https://beherenownetwork.com/the-indie-spiritualist-ep-80-john-joseph/Coming from a hard life on the streets, John Joseph now inspires and empowers others to make positive changes in their lives through his music as frontman of the Cro-Mags and work as a vegan nutritionist. Learn more at purepma.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
