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Banyen Books ~ Branches of Wisdom

Booking Overview

A steady series of intimate author/teacher interviews centered on spirituality, healing, and practical wisdom. It’s a strong booking outlet for well-known writers and thought leaders who can translate wellness, compassion, and mental health into actionable guidance for a mainstream audience.

Metrics

Episodes: 217

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: Canada

YouTube: 43.2k subscribers

Instagram: 6.0k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

thefolks@banyen.com

conch@banyen.com

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Booking Requirements

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Typical Credentials:  
Established authors and recognized wisdom/wellness teachers (bestselling authors preferred), plus prominent mental health, psychology, and spirituality figures; often with notable awards, institutional affiliations, or credible practice backgrounds (e.g., Zen, compassionate-care research, founder/operator of a wellness initiative).
Required Achievements:  
Bestselling author, Major literary awards, Founding/leadership in peace, education, or wellness organizations, Academic/honorary recognition, Public-facing cultural platform (e.g., widely known media figure) tied to wellness practice

Recent Guest Discussions

Victor Chan - Collaboration With The Dalai Lama; Compassion And Forgiveness; Personal And Cultural Healing

Stephen G. Post - Compassionate Care And Science-based Paths To Inner Peace; Practical Habits For Connection And Wellbeing

David A. Robertson - Living With Chronic Anxiety, Panic Attacks, And Depression; Therapy/medication/community; Hope And Stigma-free Mental Health

Carrie-Anne Moss - Personal Transformation Through Slowing Down; Emptiness/presence; Integrating Wellness And Contemplative Practice

Elena Brower - Letting Go And Returning To Self; Zen/yoga-inspired Practices; Self-empathy And Presence

Recent Topics

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Banyen Books ~ Branches of Wisdom
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Phil Cousineau ~ The Wisdom of the Odyssey: Twenty-Four Life Lessons from Homer’s Epic

October 09, 2026

Mythologist, storyteller, and cultural historian Phil Cousineau explores the enduring wisdom of Homer’s Odyssey and its relevance for modern life, drawing from his new book, The Wisdom of the Odyssey: Twenty-Four Life Lessons from Homer’s Epic. A longtime collaborator and protégé of mythologist Joseph Campbell and the author of more than forty books, Cousineau reflects on Odysseus as a traumatized warrior seeking healing and reintegration after war, Penelope as an equal partner in wisdom and ...

Maude Barlow ~ Earth for Sale: The Fight to Stop the Last Plunder of the Planet

September 15, 2026

Canadian activist, author, and water defender Maude Barlow discusses her new book, Earth for Sale: The Fight to Stop the Last Plunder of the Planet. A leading international advocate for water and environmental justice, Barlow has spent decades campaigning to protect water as a human right and the natural world as a shared commons. In this conversation, she explores the growing financialization of nature and the risks of turning forests, water, biodiversity, and other living systems into marke...

Victor Chan & Stephen Post ~ Science and the 7 Paths to Inner Peace

May 14, 2026

Dr. Stephen G. Post, bestselling author and expert on compassionate care, and Victor Chan, co‑author with the Dalai Lama and co‑founder of the Dalai Lama Center for Peace and Education, discuss Pure Unlimited Love: Science and the Seven Paths to Inner Peace. Drawing on more than four decades of research in medicine, spirituality, and ethics, Post outlines seven practical paths—such as giving, kindness, honoring nature, and raising kind children—for cultivating inner peace, connection, and wel...

Frequently asked questions

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How do I get in touch with Banyen Books ~ Branches of Wisdom?

Its publicly listed emails are thefolks@banyen.com and conch@banyen.com. 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 Banyen Books ~ Branches of Wisdom?

The publicly listed emails for Banyen Books ~ Branches of Wisdom: thefolks@banyen.com and conch@banyen.com.

How many listeners does Banyen Books ~ Branches of Wisdom have?

Podseeker estimates Banyen Books ~ Branches of Wisdom reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Banyen Books ~ Branches of Wisdom?

Banyen Books ~ Branches of Wisdom typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Established authors and recognized wisdom/wellness teachers (bestselling authors preferred), plus prominent mental health, psychology, and spirituality figures; often with notable awards, institutional affiliations, or credible practice backgrounds (e.g., Zen, compassionate-care research, founder/operator of a wellness initiative). Common among recent guests: Bestselling author; Major literary awards; Founding/leadership in peace, education, or wellness organizations. Recent guests include Victor Chan, Stephen G. Post, and David A. Robertson.

How hard is it to get booked on Banyen Books ~ Branches of Wisdom?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Banyen Books ~ Branches of Wisdom cover?

Recent episodes cover Wellness, Mental Health, Spirituality, Healing, and Psychology. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

thefolks@banyen.com

conch@banyen.com

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