Walking the Talk: Peace, Courage and the Life of Satish Kumar

The Harvest Series Podcast returns with a new season! In this episode, Rose Claverie interviews Satish Kumar, a former Jain monk, peace activist, and advocate for simple living. Satish shares the profound lessons he’s learned about courage, love, and the importance of embracing the unknown. His personal journey, which includes walking from India to the world’s nuclear capitals without money, highlights the human connection that unites us all, regardless of nationality or religion. In an era where conflict seems pervasive, Satish’s message is clear: love is the answer to every problem. He talks about the courage required to live authentically, how love can bridge divides, and why peace must start in our hearts. This episode is filled with invaluable insights on how to live a life rooted in courage, simplicity, and compassion. If you want to know more about the Satish Kumar foundation. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction to Satish Kumar 00:30 - The Meaning of Courage 01:00 - Escaping the Monastery: A Moment of Courage 03:00 - The Journey to Find Peace 06:00 - The Importance of Love in Conflict Resolution 09:00 - Walking for Peace: 2.5 Years, 15 Countries 14:00 - Satish’s Encounter with Bertrand Russell 18:00 - Bhutan: A Country of Happiness 22:00 - Courage in Relationships: Satish’s 40-Year Marriage 25:00 - The Bravest People Satish Has Met 28:00 - Conclusion: A Life of Action, Not Achievement You can follow us on Instagram at @HarvestSeries or @rose.claverie for updates. Watch our podcast episodes and speaker sessions on YouTube: Harvest Series. Credits:Sound editing by: @lesbellesfrequencesTechnicians in Kaplankaya: Joel Moriasi & teamMusic by: Chambord Harvest Series is produced in partnership with Athena Advisers and Capital Partners Harvest Series Founders: Burak Öymen and Roman Carel