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Awaken

Devendra Banhart

Booking Overview

AWAKEN targets thought leaders across spirituality, science, and arts to discuss interdependence and mindful living. Its Rubin Museum backing and cross-disciplinary guest roster create strong PR appeal for guests, but booking tends to be competitive due to high-profile contributors.

Metrics

Episodes: 51

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Gender skew: Female

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 21.4k subscribers

Instagram: 22.0k followers

Page updated: Nov 4, 2026 · How we check this data

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

accountspayable@rubinmuseum.org

administration@rubinmuseum.org

collections@rubinmuseum.org

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Host

Devendra Banhart - American singer-songwriter and visual artist hosting AWAKEN; guides conversations on spirituality, interdependence, and personal transformation.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

high
Typical Credentials:  
PhD/MD or equivalent terminal degree; author; professor; artist; spiritual teacher; community leader
Required Achievements:  
books published, awards, media appearances, lectures and keynote talks

Recent Guest Discussions

Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche - Mindfulness, Meditation

Annabella Pitkin - Buddhism, Religion, Interdependence

Nicholas Christakis - Social Networks, Interdependence, Human Behavior

Pamela Ayo Yetunde - Interdependence, Spirituality, Social Ethics, Education

Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche - Mindfulness, Meditation

Recent Topics

Interdependence, Wheel Of Life, Buddhism, Mindfulness, Meditation

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Awaken
:

Understanding the Difference Between Anger and Wrath

November 03, 2026

In the English language, anger and wrath are often grouped together, but in Buddhism they are quite different. Anger is considered a poison, a fire that consumes and destroys everything it touches. Wrath is a liberating energy that is free of ignorance, delusion, and attachment. A painting of the wrathful deity Krodhakali illuminates how the powerful potential of anger can be transformed into enlightened action. This episode features singer, writer, and frontwoman of the bands Bikini Kill and...

Introducing Wrath

October 27, 2026

Wrath is often perceived as interchangeable with anger or rage. But in the Buddhist tradition, wrath has a very particular meaning as a liberatory, fierce, and protective force of transformation. Wrathful deities embody this energy to aid all beings on the path to enlightenment. What can they teach us about the nature of wrath and its relationship to awakening?This episode features activist, documentary filmmaker, lawyer, educator, and faith leader Valarie Kaur and is hosted by punk singer, w...

Welcome to AWAKEN Season 6

September 29, 2026

Welcome to Season 6 of AWAKEN—a Webby Honoree podcast about the dynamic path to enlightenment and what it means to “wake up.” This season explores wrath as a powerful force for awakening and transformation. Hosted by singer, writer, and frontwoman of the bands Bikini Kill and Le Tigre Kathleen Hanna, the series focuses on Buddhist and Hindu paintings and sculptures of wrathful deities from the Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art’s collection to illuminate their teachings on fierce compassion. Exper...

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Frequently asked questions

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Awaken
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How do I get in touch with Awaken?

Awaken is hosted by Devendra Banhart. Its publicly listed emails are accountspayable@rubinmuseum.org, administration@rubinmuseum.org, and collections@rubinmuseum.org. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Awaken?

The publicly listed emails for Awaken: accountspayable@rubinmuseum.org, administration@rubinmuseum.org, and collections@rubinmuseum.org.

How many listeners does Awaken have?

Podseeker estimates Awaken reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Awaken?

Awaken typically books well-known public figures. Typical guest background: PhD/MD or equivalent terminal degree; author; professor; artist; spiritual teacher; community leader. Common among recent guests: books published; awards; media appearances. Recent guests include Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche, Annabella Pitkin, and Nicholas Christakis.

How hard is it to get booked on Awaken?

High. It mostly books established leaders in its field.

What topics does Awaken cover?

Recent episodes cover Interdependence, Wheel Of Life, Buddhism, Mindfulness, and Meditation. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

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Publicly listed emails

accountspayable@rubinmuseum.org

administration@rubinmuseum.org

collections@rubinmuseum.org

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