Interviews
Please enjoy this archive of video and audio interviews with Leslie Temple-Thurston and Brad Laughlin. These discussions with our friends on the spiritual path offer timeless wisdom and essential tools for transformation and a life of joy.
Interviews with Leslie
-
Andrew Harvey is a renowned and distinguished mystical scholar, Rumi translator/explicator, poet, novelist, spiritual teacher, author of over 30 books and architect of Sacred Activism.
In this discussion, Andrew interviews Leslie about one of their mutual passions—felines. They focus especially on: domestic cats, big/wild cats and the White Lions of Timbavati. Leslie shares her experience of lions and their ability to hold a samadhi state which helps to balance and stabilize our world. She shares insights about the mystical nature of lions and other wild animals and how they live in the animal dreamtime, which anyone can connect with telepathically.
The White Lions are star beings, ascended spiritual masters who have incarnated to support humanity during the current times. They are our teachers and work with humanity inwardly and in our dreams, acting as a bridge to reconnect humans with nature. For more information about the white lions, please visit The Global White Lion Protection Trust, an organization which Andrew, Leslie and CoreLight have supported for many years.
Video - October 26, 2010
-
Buddha at the Gas Pump (BatGap nonprofit), Conversations with “Ordinary” Awakening People, is a podcast by Rick and Irene Archer, which began in 2009 and was one of the first spiritual interview shows on the internet. They have subsequently interviewed several hundred spiritual teachers and guides from around the world.
Leslie was one of their first interviewees (in 2010). Their discussion covers a broad spectrum of deep wisdom and compassionate guidance about spiritual awakening in a changing world, the role of guides and teachers on our spiritual journey, meditation and transcendence. Leslie also speaks of her intuitive art and the humanitarian projects (Sacred Activism) in which she is involved.
See the interview on YouTube.
You may also appreciate Brad’s interview with BatGap here.
What is Enlightenment? A Conversation with Lucia René and Leslie Temple-Thurston
Audio
-
There are many moments of awakening on the path to enlightenment, according to Leslie Temple-Thurston. This conversation with Lucia René, author of Unplugging the Patriarchy—A Mystical Journey into the Heart of a New Age covers various aspects of the journey to enlightenment, including how to stay balanced during today’s changing times.
A Fireside Chat, with Zany Mystic and Leslie Temple-Thurston
Audio
-
Enjoy this recording of Leslie’s conversation with host Lance White, AKA Zany Mystic, from the BBS internet radio.
Some of the topics explored include:
Thoughts about 2012
Enlightenment
Dissolving the ego
Unity consciousness (samadhi)
Living from intuition and with an open heart
Interviews with Brad
Om on the Range, with Whit Welch
Audio - February 21, 2026
-
Brad joins Whit Welch on the podcast, Om on the Range, for a heartfelt and insightful exploration of the spiritual journey — from personal transformation and mystical experience to the practice of meditation and the art of truly “Witnessing.” Together they dive into the deeper questions of meaning, purpose and awakening: Who am I? What is the nature of peace, love, and joy in a changing world?
They also discuss the influence of Christianity, religion and mysticism on the path of awakening and how it is indeed possible to open the heart — and keep it open — no matter what life brings. A gentle invitation to live in awareness, presence, and compassion.
Listen on Spotify
Global Virtual Vigil for Peace - Webinar with Mirabai Devi
Video - February 7, 2026
-
Brad recently joined Mirabai Devi as a guest speaker on her World Peace Prayer Webinar, spoke about inner and outer peace in the world and shared CoreLight’s Prayer for Peace with the group. See Brad from 23;00-33;30.
Awakening in Action – A Global Healing Webinar with Mirabai Devi
Video - January 18, 2026
-
Brad joined Mirabai Devi for her Awakening in Action global healing webinar — a sacred gathering to align with peace, light, and the Divine Presence within us all.
Together, they explored how awakening becomes alive in the world — how love, compassion and service flow naturally through us when we are rooted in the Light.
Conversations with Marj #3: Called by Love Institute, with Dr Marj Britt
Video - October 15, 2025
-
Dr Marj Britt and Brad Laughlin explore “Returning to Joy” and discuss the delight of his coming to Kansas City to share his new MindYoga practices before returning to South Africa.
Conversations with Marj #2: Called by Love Institute, with Dr Marj Britt
Video - August 20, 2025
-
Brad was blessed to be interviewed a second time by his and Leslie's wise, luminous, longtime friend and colleague, Dr Marj Britt, on her podcast, Conversations with Marj. The recording is now available on YouTube.
Marj asked Brad more about his journey since Leslie retired several years ago. He shared a surprising story about a bigger vision he was given long ago regarding serving Spirit in a deeper way, which has been unfolding like a trail of breadcrumbs over the past few decades and is coming to fruition now.
The meandering and fascinating tale began when Brad first met Leslie in the early 1990s. Along the way, there have been many miraculous signs, synchronicities and downloads, including a recent, extraordinary act of divine grace which is allowing the vision to birth into form.
Brad’s hope and prayer is that the story offers inspiration and guidance to anyone wanting to manifest a bigger vision in life. As with the first conversation with Marj in June, this dialogue felt especially sacred and unusual.
Conversations with Marj #1: Called by Love Institute, with Dr Marj Britt
Video - June 25, 2025
-
Brad was blessed to be interviewed by his and Leslie Temple-Thurston's wise, luminous, longtime friend and colleague, Dr Marj Britt, on her podcast, Conversations with Marj. The recording is now available on YouTube.
Marj asked Brad insightful questions about the various stages of his life's journey and the spiritual lessons he has learned along the way.
They spoke extensively about Brad’s life partnership with Leslie and the many gifts and awakenings he received from their journey of love. It was an especially sacred and unusual conversation.
Alfavedic Podcast with Dr Barre Lando and Mike Winner
Video - May 29, 2025
-
Brad was interviewed for the Alfavedic podcast. With their expertise in the fields of medicine, farming and next-level decentralized technology, Alfa Vedic's founders and team are doing extraordinary work in the world, including creating an off-grid organic farm and community in Northern California.
The discussion included several of CoreLight’s primary teachings, such as:
How to change the world by changing yourself
How each of us can make a difference when we cease to look "outside"
How we are all midwives of a New Paradigm of the Heart
How putting our love into action is critical in these times of great change
They also asked Brad to share the inspiring story of CoreLight's humanitarian arm, Seeds of Light, which for 25 years has served marginalized communities in rural South Africa, including orphans and vulnerable children.
Brad also shared the story of when Leslie and he first traveled together to South Africa in 1994 for the election of Nelson Mandela and had life-changing spiritual experiences that led them to live there and put their love into action there.
Live, Learn, Love Podcast with Catherine Edwards: “Reclaiming Heart and Animal Wisdom”
Video - April 21, 2025
-
Brad was interviewed for the Live-Learn-Love podcast with delightful, UK-based host, Catherine Edwards, who describes their conversation as "… a soul-deep exploration of the most revolutionary force we all have access to: the wisdom of the heart… Brad shares practical insights, powerful stories, and a clear call to return to unity, love, and the witness within. This is an episode for anyone ready to live with more clarity, connection, and courage."
Topics include:
How victim-perpetrator consciousness keeps us trapped. Why fear, anger, and division are tools of control
How reconnecting to ancient wisdom, interspecies communication, and heart-centered living is the path to personal and collective liberation
The rise of the divine feminine—in all of us—and why it’s essential for the New Earth
Learn more about Catherine here.
The Human Potential Podcast with Haider Rathor: “Healing the Victim Archetype”
Audio (Listen online) - January 28, 2025
-
In this life-changing episode, spiritual teacher and author Brad Laughlin reveals a simple yet powerful practice to transform your challenges into opportunities for healing and growth.
Drawing from his and Leslie Temple-Thurston’s acclaimed book The Marriage of Spirit: Enlightened Living in Today’s World, Brad introduces the polarity work exercise - a practical method for shifting perspectives, breaking free from old patterns, and unlocking deep inner peace.
Through a heartfelt, real-life example shared during the episode, we explore how reframing a loss into its opposite gain can immediately bring clarity, gratitude, and healing.
Whether you’re navigating grief, stuck in a repetitive pattern, or simply seeking a deeper connection with yourself, this episode is packed with wisdom and actionable steps to help you move forward.
What You’ll Learn:
How to use polarity work to heal identify and write out the charged words tied to your emotions. Discover their opposites to shift your perspective and break negative cycles. Offer the list to the universe or your higher self to invite healing and grace
A step-by-step live example to Witness the transformation of "loss" into "gain" through real-life reflection
See how recognizing gains like love, companionship, and healing creates an instant emotional shift
The magic of going beyond the mind. Learn why this method is more powerful than traditional therapy
Understand how polarity work taps into higher consciousness to create lasting change
Why integration brings peace
Discover how uniting polarities—like loss and gain—leads to inner wholeness and fulfillment
Memorable quotes from Brad Laughlin:
“Every loss contains a gain. Polarity work shows us how to find it and heal.”
“Making the unconscious conscious is the first step to true transformation.”
“This is more than a mental exercise, it’s a path to deep healing and grace.”
Video - February 11, 2024
-
Buddha at the Gas Pump (BatGap nonprofit), Conversations with “Ordinary” Awakening People, is one of the first spiritual interview shows on the internet. Since 2009, hosts Rick and Irene Archer have interviewed several hundred spiritual teachers and guides from around the world. Brad was invited onto the show, and because he co-teaches the online course For the Love of Animals with Anna Breytenbach—whose previous BatGap interview ranks among their top five—they invited him to include her.
In this interview Anna and Brad share their passion for raising awareness and advancing the relationships among human and nonhuman animals—on both personal and spiritual levels.
If this topic calls you, please visit CoreLight’s Interspecies Communication page and learn about Anna and Brad’s online course, For the Love of Animals, which is a guide to deepening clarity, love and communication with the natural world.
See the interview on YouTube.
You may also appreciate Leslie’s and Anna’s BatGap interviews.
How to Live in Awareness and Non-Duality and Be on the Path of the Spiritual Warrior, with Yasmeen Turayhi
Audio (Listen Online)
-
Yasmeen Turayhi, host of Gateways to Awakening, interviewed Brad on the subjects below. Click here to listen to the full podcast. Topics include:
How to live as an enlightened being in today’s world
What Spiritual Training exactly is
Why so many people have trouble with detachment
How to work through polarities, move towards oneness and become a Witness, or an “observer” of our lives
What the 8 Keys are and how they can help you live a life of integration and wellness
The Triangles and Squares processes that can help you move through your triggers, so you don’t have to keep re-experiencing them
The Journey from Money to Love, with Solané Verraine
Audio
-
During this time of the Great Shift, we are happy to offer you a free audio recording of an interview with Brad Laughlin by Solané Verraine. Thank you to Solané for this recording. The interview includes topics such as:
The shift from the Age of Patriarchy to a new paradigm of heart-centered consciousness, and what money looks like in these two eras
What enlightened models of a new economy may look like
How the shift from the old to the new begins within, and how to accomplish that
The need to deal with the “shadow of money” and what that is
How money is love
Laws of “Authentic Abundance”