Five stars
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FS😜🥰😋:3 –
2019-08-13
It is amazing it makes me feel good and comfortable with my surroundings and I hope they make more episodes
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Description
Meditative Story is a completely new kind of listening experience that blends intimate first-person stories with mindfulness prompts, enveloped in beautiful music composition. Every week, subscribers will receive a new Meditative Story from a storyteller who will transport listeners to the time and place where everything changed for them — a story that may be deeply relatable to the listener’s own life. As the story unfolds, mindfulness guide Rohan Gunatillake (founder of the popular Buddhify meditation app) offers prompts to calm the mind, and help listeners connect with their own observations. The entire experience is elevated by gorgeous music. Shifting between music and vibration, the exquisite sound design rides above the narrative, bringing each Meditative Story to life and giving subscribers the headspace to feel restored and refreshed. Meditative Story is a WaitWhat original series — created by the team who built and led TED’s media organization — in close partnership with Arianna Huffington’s Thrive Global. The series is made possible with generous support from Salesforce.
Apple Podcasts: Customer Reviews
Wonderful!!
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thehungryListener –
2019-08-11
I love this podcast so much! The stories are so compelling, and meditative breaks and sound mixing actually add to it. I really enjoy listening, and Hope more episodes keep coming.
Luminous as Nacre- with a Caveat
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thelayabout –
2019-08-11
The high production values behind story and score result in a lush thrum to delight ear and brain. One nods along, as Caspian did in "The Silver Chair" as the message unfolds- "There never was a corporation as wonderful as Salesforce..." This is art that should respond to crowdsourcing once established. I hope they do.
LOVEEEEEE❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
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BartleyLOVE –
2019-08-10
These stories are transformative! Inspiring! Filled with love and kindness! Please make many more of these!!!
Amazing first episode!!
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IndieAcoustic –
2019-08-08
Love the Lucy episode! What a special creation.
Thank you.
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Aubrey - Mindful Advocate –
2019-08-08
Thank you from the deepest corners of my heart for creating this magical and powerful podcast. Thank you for the stories and the mindful reminders along with the tips that you offer within this space. And thank you for using your gifts in a way that can be reached and heard around the world.
With love and light from my heart and soul to yours.
Aubrey
❤️
Great Music, Nice Stories, Ironic Advertising
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CharlesVanT –
2019-08-08
The plugs for Salesforce are the opposite of relaxing and distract tremendously from the rest of the podcast. It’s ironic that such a podcast would agree to be sponsored by something so heinously corporate and disgusting. The last thing anyone on Earth wants to hear when they’re trying to chill out is how Salesforce can help make the world even more of a capitalist nightmare. Other than that, the music is fantastic and the stories are pretty well told.
Love this Podcast
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wrenandwild –
2019-08-08
I love listening to this one during my morning yoga routine. I wish there was an episode everyday!
Amazing!
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alexanotthemachine –
2019-08-07
Absolutely wonderful podcast. I’m hooked & I can’t wait for more episodes to come out! It’s moving, and thoughtful, mindful, and unlike anything else.
I absolutely love this podcast
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bebe226666 –
2019-08-06
Please continue coming with more great stories. Truly peaceful and extremely pleasant to the ears. I am so happy I found this!!!!!
What a wonderful pause in the day of an entrepreneur
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Momvalet –
2019-08-06
I take two or three walking breaks a day to step away from what can feel like a vice grip in my brain. Today during my walking break, I saw this in my library feature with Adrianna Huffington who i absolutely love for Masters of Scale. Hmmmm meditation is sometimes an option during my break. This was everything.
Skeptical not knowing what to expect...BUT...
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Sandune83 –
2019-08-06
This calmed me as soon as I started listening. The soundscape IS beautiful and the stories are engaging. LOVE.
Spiritual Without Any Specific Religion
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Haybanks –
2019-08-05
Never found anything like this in all the meditative, calming, and faith based apps or podcasts I have experienced. Do your soul a favor and subscribe. Make more episodes please!
A genuinely different sort of Meditative experience
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Lanzillla –
2019-08-05
The original scoring, high quality audio, and perfect casting in the guide makes this a podcast perfect to preclude your morning, your night, or when you need a break in the middle of the day.
Well Done, But Sponsorship Feels Strange
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ElevenKrause –
2019-08-03
I really enjoy this podcast. It’s a great idea well-executed, but I have a hard time with the sponsorship. I am being judgy and that’s my stuff. To me, a beautiful story sponsored by an organization that focuses on sales, which isn’t wrong in itself, feels weird paired with something that feels spiritual and selfless.
A few minutes of Heavenly peace...
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Barb in Milton –
2019-08-03
I came upon this lovely podcast which is truly meditative. It almost requires you to think deeply and peacefully. It’s a place I didn’t realize I was missing so very much.
It isn’t going to convert you, that’s not its goal, but it is going to allow memories to come to you that you’d all but buried in the hectic life most of us lead. What a wonderful gift. Thank you, thank you. I can’t wait to hear more, in fact I think I need to hear more.
Gratefully.
These are beautiful, moving, works.
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Melcomcosh101 –
2019-08-03
I just listened to the first two episodes and I LOVE this format. What an innovative way to combine storytelling with meditation.
Lucy’s story had me in tears; it felt like it was written for me as my father passed very recently. Some days are easier than others and some days, I can think like Katy for a few moments.
I’ve also been seeking my “secret home” for what feels like forever. Perhaps I should stop looking and let it find me.
Well worth the listen.
Simply Stunningly Perfect
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EllieEducator –
2019-08-02
How can a podcast help you feel more present and grounded, while also helping you feel a greater sense of community? Whatever the alchemy, you’ve found the right podcast! Two episodes in and already I can’t wait for the next and replay those available. Stories are just long enough, catch your interest and pull you in, and keep you captivated as you float along...and oh, by the way, you’re being mindful and more integrated, too. To relax, float, and be charmed—subscribe!
Highly recommended!
Absolutely incredible
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Vince141414 –
2019-08-02
Reid recc was his podcast via Masters of Scale which is one of my top 5 fav podcast.
This podcast is is a transformative experience through and through. The concise & thoughtful delivery is nothing short of hypnotic. I’m grateful for every word and piece of music that’s delicately pieced together within this podcast.
Thank you!
I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS PODCAST SO MUCH
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MissIndependent05 –
2019-08-02
Honestly this is by far one of my newer favorite podcasts. It’s so calming and soothing and I absolutely love the stories and how they transform the person and gives you a lesson. Also love the mediation aspect of it towards the end. It reached into your soul
More! More! More!
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Melinamazing –
2019-08-01
I’m very eager for more episodes & I’m so grateful I found this podcast. I needed this in my life so much. Thank you!
Perfect Beginning
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Libby0218 –
2019-07-31
So beautiful! May we all grow up to be like Katy!
Heart touching and beautiful first episode!
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Ananya Saikia –
2019-07-31
Such a beautiful initiative, wonderful storytelling and full of practical wisdom and insights. Looking forward to more episodes!
Wow! This is powerful.
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Jsm1980scorpio –
2019-07-30
Love how it eased me into the story and slowing down. This makes mindfulness accessible as part of entertainment and learning at the same time.
Beautiful.
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claireas0000 –
2019-07-30
It is beautiful to hear how storytelling has been seamlessly woven into meditative thought. The entire episode was calming, insightful, and impactful.
LOVED LISTENING AT WORK
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paigeboxrud –
2019-07-30
This podcast was such a nice change from my normal podcasts while at my desk at work. I will definitely be listening every week!! 😍
Perfect.
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sw7416 –
2019-07-30
Confession: I am an avid listener of ASMR videos. I can't say I'm a fan of them--they're just a means to a relaxing end. However this achieves a similar goal while *also* telling moving stories that I actually want to hear. The podcast I've truly been waiting for.
Love the music...
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Joes1970 –
2019-07-28
Love the music in the trailer. Longing for the first episode
Awesome
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Monica Shah –
2019-07-27
These stories are so moving. Everyone needs to listen. They will change you.
Wow, this is going to be great...
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Marin Rick –
2019-07-26
The trailer took me away to a calm, peaceful place and it was wonderul. And it was just 4 minutes long! So very eager to hear the first episode next week!
Sonic Beauty
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j_mcleodmusic –
2019-07-26
Just wow. This is the most beautiful music I’ve ever heard in a podcast. What an incredible listening experience! And it’s just the trailer???!! I can’t wait for more!
Sounds very promising - from a skeptic
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SirGeonie –
2019-07-26
I love zoning out to podcasts, but I'm very skeptical about anything that is overtly aimed at changing consciousness. That said, I love the other shows that Wait What have done. That, coupled with what I can hear in this trailer, have allayed my skepticism. Really looking forward to being proven right!
Just what I needed
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Lindzben –
2019-07-26
I'm not one to typically meditate, but I found myself relaxing when listening to the episode. It is perfect on my commute to get me in the right mindset shifting from a busy day.
Ready for this!
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natjoyleo –
2019-07-25
Wow, really looking forward to listening to more of this. I’ve been looking for a good entry into mindfulness and meditation and it seems like this could be it!
Yes Please
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NAR_888 –
2019-07-23
This trailer sounds amazing, can't wait to hear some episodes!
This sounds amazing!!
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Mr_Fritz –
2019-07-23
I love the trailer, can’t wait for this to come out!!! The stories all sound incredible!
Can’t Wait!
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MileHighMessiah –
2019-07-22
Very much looking forward to this. The clips in the trailer are wonderful and have been looking for an entry to meditation for a while. Sign me up!
Clever
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Magpies444 –
2019-07-22
I love the idea of infusing mindfulness cues into inspiring stories, kind of a two for one! Am also a big fan of Krista Tippett and On Being so really looking forward to her episode.
Mindfulness
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Wompfish –
2019-07-22
Sounds very interesting! Can’t wait for the first episode
What a wonderful opportunity to experience!
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drmikeco –
2019-07-22
Rohan’s tone and content were a great preview of the achievable calm we can expect!
This is what I’ve been looking for.
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evanseesred –
2019-07-22
I’m a huge fan of storytelling (love The Moth) and has been wanting to cultivate a meditation practice. This feels like it was tailor made for me. The music and the narration in the trailer is just stunning. I cannot wait for this show.
Love the sound
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BostonStartup –
2019-07-22
LOVE the sound of this show and the idea behind it.... Can’t wait to hear a full episode. I need this now!
Excited for this podcast
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Sandwoman_SS –
2019-07-22
Loved the trailer and concept for this show. Super intriguing.
Great way to center after a long day
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Rk7590 –
2019-07-22
An amazing addition to my commuting regimen.
Can’t wait!
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KevinM312 –
2019-07-22
I can’t wait for a different spin on meditation with the stories. This will be perfect for my commute before I start work but won’t put me to sleep. Already feeling relaxed 🙏
Excited for this series!
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leslies0611 –
2019-07-22
This is an awesome idea. Can’t wait for the episodes. I want to listen right now!
Can’t Wait
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ChrisMcLeod –
2019-07-22
So excited for this show. I’ve been looking for a “way in” to meditation for a long time, and as a fan of great audio story-telling, this is perfect for me.
sounds excellent
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Dr. Toboggan (Mantis) –
2019-07-22
excellent sound quality and such a great message. Can't wait for the show.
Can't wait!!
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Johnny Jumppass –
2019-07-22
I'm so busy with life that big blocks of time set aside to meditate just don't work for me. This show sounds PERFECT. Rohan has such a calming voice and the sound design sounds amazing. I'm very excited for this podcast!!