Episode 69: Francis Lucille (Moderated by Simon Mundie)

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Episode 69: Francis Lucille (Moderated by Simon Mundie)

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Apr 23, 2024

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In this podcast series, Rupert Spira explores the non-dual understanding, expressed in different ways. Please subscribe if you would like to be notified whenever new episodes are available. If you would like to find out more about events, publications, and Rupert's archive of recordings, please visit rupertspira.com. Music written and played by Shena Power and recorded by Simon Power.

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Episode 69: Francis Lucille (Moderated by Simon Mundie)

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