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New Books in Spiritual Practice and Mindfulness

Amy Chavez, Miranda Melcher

Booking Overview

An academic interview series focused on spirituality, mindfulness, Buddhism, mysticism, and religious practice, typically featuring scholars and authors discussing recently published books with knowledgeable interviewers. PR agencies could credibly pitch university scholars, researchers, authors, and experienced practitioners with substantial expertise or a relevant new book; booking difficulty is medium because guests generally need strong subject credentials and a publication tie-in.

Metrics

Episodes: 288

Frequency: Several times a week

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Listener location: USA

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

newbooksnetworkes@gmail.com

hello@newbooksnetwork.com

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Host

Amy Chavez - Author of The Widow, the Priest, and the Octopus Hunter: Discovering a Lost Way of Life on a Secluded Japanese Island and Amy's Guide to Best Behavior in Japan.

Miranda Melcher - Researcher and author whose work focuses on post-conflict military integration, including treaty negotiation and implementation in civil-war contexts in Angola and Mozambique.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
University scholars, researchers, authors, and established practitioners with specialized expertise in spirituality, mindfulness, Buddhism, mysticism, religion, or related cultural traditions; a recently published relevant book is typically important.
Required Achievements:  
Published a relevant academic or trade book, University appointment or recognized research expertise, Specialized professional or practitioner credentials, Substantial fieldwork or contribution to religious, contemplative, or cultural studies

Recent Guest Discussions

Leda Elliott - Seasonal Living, Chinese Five Element Principles, Tai Chi, Qigong, Breathwork, Meditation, Grief, Stress, And Emotional And Spiritual Balance.

Ian Bradley - Sacred And Supernatural Waters, Scottish Religious Traditions, Mythology, Folklore, Healing Wells, Pilgrimage, And The Spiritual And Ecological Significance Of Water.

Don Weiss - The Shikoku Pilgrimage, International Buddhist Pilgrimage, Gratitude Practices, Temple Traditions, Overtourism, And Sustaining Religious Heritage.

Linda C. Ceriello - Metamodernism, Contemporary Spirituality, Mystical Experiences, Popular Mysticism, And New Approaches To Religious And Cultural Thought.

Pierce Salguero - Adverse Effects Of Meditation, Buddhist Accounts Of Practice Crises, Meditation Safety, Informed Consent, Commercial Mindfulness Apps, And The Relationship Between Spiritual Experience And Clinical Pathology.

Recent Topics

Mindfulness, Buddhism, Mysticism, Spirituality, Religion

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
New Books in Spiritual Practice and Mindfulness
:

Epiphanies of Nature and Grace: Twelve Meditations from a Life in Dialogue with Cyprian Consiglio (Orbis Books, 2025)

October 05, 2026

Tune in to this discussion of Epiphanies of Nature and Grace: Twelve Meditations from a Life in Dialogue (Orbis Books, 2025) These moving and eloquent meditations on a range of spiritual themes draw on the author’s study of scripture and his deep monastic experience, as well as on his many pilgrimages to India and his immersion in the spiritual wisdom both of Asia and the Christian West.Cyprian Consiglio is a Camaldolese Benedictine monk, musician, composer, author, and teach...

Eileen Luhr, "Golden States: How California Religion Went from Cautionary Tale to Global Brand" (U California Press, 2024)

September 21, 2026

Since the beginning of European colonization, the sun-drenched land of California has always attracted dreamers and schemers. Whether it was Spanish missionaries, Russian fur traders, or American argonauts, the myth - or perhaps brand - of California has long been a place here one's wildest dreams can come true. Starting in the late nineteenth century and accelerating in the twentieth, that myth also attracted a wide array of starry eyed spiritualists. In Golden States: How California Religio...

Tatjana Kochetkova and Anway Mukhopadhyay eds., "Transhumanism and Divine Humanity in Global Traditions" (Routledge, 2026)

September 03, 2026

Amid global dialogue on the nature of human enhancement, this book traces humanity's pursuit of self-transcendence and enhancement from ancient times to the present, as reflected in diverse traditions across the globe. Transhumanism and Divine Humanity in Global Traditions (Routledge, 2026) examines how the term "transhuman" can move beyond its scientific and technological origins by linking it to ideas, symbols, and practices of transcending human limits found in Asian and global religions a...

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Frequently asked questions

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New Books in Spiritual Practice and Mindfulness
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How do I get in touch with New Books in Spiritual Practice and Mindfulness?

New Books in Spiritual Practice and Mindfulness is hosted by Amy Chavez and Miranda Melcher. Its publicly listed emails are newbooksnetworkes@gmail.com and hello@newbooksnetwork.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 New Books in Spiritual Practice and Mindfulness?

The publicly listed emails for New Books in Spiritual Practice and Mindfulness: newbooksnetworkes@gmail.com and hello@newbooksnetwork.com.

How many listeners does New Books in Spiritual Practice and Mindfulness have?

Podseeker estimates New Books in Spiritual Practice and Mindfulness reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for New Books in Spiritual Practice and Mindfulness?

New Books in Spiritual Practice and Mindfulness typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: University scholars, researchers, authors, and established practitioners with specialized expertise in spirituality, mindfulness, Buddhism, mysticism, religion, or related cultural traditions; a recently published relevant book is typically important. Common among recent guests: Published a relevant academic or trade book; University appointment or recognized research expertise; Specialized professional or practitioner credentials. Recent guests include Leda Elliott, Ian Bradley, and Don Weiss.

How hard is it to get booked on New Books in Spiritual Practice and Mindfulness?

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

What topics does New Books in Spiritual Practice and Mindfulness cover?

Recent episodes cover Mindfulness, Buddhism, Mysticism, Spirituality, and Religion. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

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hello@newbooksnetwork.com

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