Souljourns Transcripts 
Welcome to the Souljourns Collection

Throughout the years, Ted and Jody Henry have traveled the world to capture the profound stories of those whose lives were touched by Sathya Sai Baba. These transcripts offer a unique window into personal encounters with the Divine, preserving the "Souljourns" interviews in a written format. Explore these firsthand accounts of faith, transformation, and the timeless wisdom shared by devotees from all walks of life.

Ted & Jody Henry

Ted & Jody Henry: Chroniclers of the Soul

Ted Henry, an Emmy-award-winning journalist with a 40-year career at ABC News, joined forces with his wife, Jody Cleary, to create Souljourns. This independent documentary project was born out of their deep devotion to Sathya Sai Baba and a professional commitment to storytelling. Together, they have captured hundreds of hours of profound personal testimonies, preserving the global heritage of the Sai family through insightful and heartfelt interviews.

Video published on: July 7th 2020 

Ranganathan Padmanaban

R. Padmanaban: Capturing the Early Years

In this rare and historic interview, Ranganathan Padmanaban shares his remarkable journey from a devotee to Sathya Sai Baba’s personal photographer. He recounts the miraculous call in Ooty, the intense period of silence that followed, and how Swami personally taught him the art of photography. As the author of the landmark book documenting Baba’s life from 1926 to 1950, Padmanaban offers unique insights into the preservation of the Avatar's early history and the profound joy of selfless service.

Video published on: Sep 14, 2015

Sundy Nath

Sundy Nath - Beyond the Veil: A Journey from Doubt to Divinity

What happens when a skeptic is publicly branded a "thief" by a Master, only to realize it was a test of his own secret actions? Join Sandy on a profound journey from the dusty roads of Puttaparthi to the furthest reaches of the cosmos.

This transcript captures a remarkable 1999 interview, detailing a life-changing out-of-body experience where time stands still and the universe reveals itself as a pulsating dance of divine love. It is a powerful reminder that we are not separate beings, but "rays of the same Sun."

Discover a story of discipline, grace, and the ultimate realization that the peace we seek is already within us.

First video took place in the summer 1999, the second interview is from 2002

Wilma Bronkey

Wilma BronkeyFrom the Bar-room to the Prayer-room

 A spiritual account by Wilma Bronkey detailing her inner journey and experiences with Sai Baba. The text focuses on the transition from physical attachment to realizing the omnipresent nature of the Divine. Key themes include the power of light, the significance of visions over dreams, and the profound impact of sound and light meditation on achieving perpetual bliss and inner peace.

This is a composite video of three interviews with Wilma in 2001, 2003 and 2004.