Sharing authentic Ayurvedic knowledge and elevating professional standards across Canada
With Dr. Deepu Mirchandani, Retired Medical Oncologist & Molecular Pathobiology Specialist
In Part 2 of this series, host Shaughn Jenson, Registered Advanced Ayurvedic Practitioner, is joined again by Dr. Deepu Mirchandani to move from the macro terrain into the cellular layer — where disease is ultimately decided. This episode explores the concept of cellular fidelity: the precision with which a cell maintains its identity, regulates its behavior, and determines its fate.
This episode bridges modern molecular biology with Ayurvedic theory to examine how cells make critical decisions — whether to repair, continue, or undergo programmed removal. Topics include:
From an Ayurvedic perspective, these processes are understood through the framework of agni (transformative intelligence), tejas (discriminative clarity), and tamas (inertia or resistance to change).
Health, at the cellular level, is not the absence of damage — it is the precision of repair, regulation, and removal. In Part 3, we will explore the next layer of protection: immune surveillance. Produced in collaboration with the Ayurveda College of British Columbia.
Listen on SpotifyIn this first installment of a four-part series, host Shaughn Jenson is joined by Dr. Deepu Mirchandani, MD (Ret.), former medical oncologist at BC Cancer, for a systems-based conversation on cancer prevention. The episode explores the "biological terrain" — the internal environment that shapes whether disease can take root — examining the Seed-and-Soil hypothesis, metabolism, the gut–microbiome–immune axis, and where integrative support fits alongside conventional oncology.
Listen on SpotifyIn this episode, we explore the journey to becoming a professional Ayurvedic practitioner in Canada. Discover the educational pathways, certification requirements, and what it takes to build a successful Ayurvedic practice while maintaining the highest standards of authentic traditional knowledge.
Listen on SpotifyIn our inaugural episode, we introduce the Ayurveda Association of British Columbia and explore the growing recognition of Ayurveda in British Columbia. Learn about our mission to promote authentic practice, professional standards, and community building throughout the province.
Listen on SpotifyThe Samya Ayurveda Podcast is a platform dedicated to sharing authentic Ayurvedic knowledge and highlighting the meaningful work of practitioners across Canada. Each episode features in-depth conversations with Ayurvedic professionals, educators, and experts who are contributing to the growth and recognition of this ancient healing system in modern healthcare.
Our mission is to educate, inspire, and connect the Ayurvedic community while raising awareness about the importance of professional standards, traditional training, and ethical practice.
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